What is the current Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi?

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi is 268, placing it in the 'poor' category.

What is the primary contributor to Delhi's air pollution?

The article states that transport emissions are the largest contributor to Delhi's air pollution, accounting for 15.6% of the total emissions.

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Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smog Ahead of Diwali

Q: Which areas of Delhi are experiencing the worst air quality?

According to the article, 9 monitoring stations in Delhi are reporting 'very poor' air quality, with some locations inching towards the 'severe' zone. These include Anand Vihar, Wazirpur, Bawana, Jahangirpuri, Okhla, Vivek Vihar, Dwarka, and Siri Fort.

18 Oct, 2025

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Summary

Delhi's air quality remains 'poor' for 5 consecutive days
9 monitoring stations in 'very poor' category
Transport emissions largest contributor to pollution

Delhi Chokes Under Toxic Smog Ahead of Diwali

As of October 18, 2025, Delhi's air quality has continued to deteriorate, remaining in the 'poor' category for the fifth consecutive day. The city recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 268, indicating poor air quality.

Within the National Capital Region (NCR), Ghaziabad reported a 'very poor' AQI of 324, while Noida and Gurugram remained in the 'poor' category with AQIs of 298 and 258, respectively. Out of the 38 monitoring stations in the capital, nine reported air quality in the 'very poor' category, with some locations inching towards the 'severe' zone.

The primary contributor to Delhi's air pollution on Saturday was transport emissions, accounting for 15.6% of the total emissions. The weather conditions, with a maximum temperature of 33.5 degrees Celsius and a minimum of 19.6 degrees Celsius, have also contributed to the poor air quality.