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Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smog as Air Quality Plummets
15 Oct
Summary
- 5 Delhi monitoring stations record 'very poor' air quality
- AQI levels soar above 300, with Anand Vihar reaching 345
- Transport emissions remain the biggest contributor to pollution
As of October 15, 2025, Delhi is facing a severe air quality crisis, with the city's air pollution levels reaching alarming levels. According to the latest data, 5 of the 38 air quality monitoring stations in Delhi recorded air quality in the 'very poor' category, with AQI (Air Quality Index) levels soaring above 300.
The situation is particularly dire in Anand Vihar, where the AQI reached a staggering 345, followed by DU North Campus (307), CRRI Mathura Road (307), Dwarka Sector 8 (314), and Wazirpur (325). Additionally, 20 stations reported AQI in the 'poor' category, while 13 stations fell into the 'moderate' range.
The city's overall AQI was recorded in the 'poor' category at 201 on Tuesday, with transport emissions remaining the biggest contributor to pollution, accounting for 19.8% of the total emissions. Experts warn that the prolonged exposure to such high levels of air pollution poses severe health risks to the residents of Delhi.
The deteriorating air quality in the capital has become a growing concern, as the city grapples with the ongoing challenge of tackling its pollution crisis. Authorities are under pressure to implement more effective measures to address the issue and provide relief to the residents who are struggling to breathe in the toxic smog.
