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

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at a concerning 418, which is in the 'severe' category.

What are the health risks associated with the severe air pollution in Delhi?

Experts warn that the 'severe' AQI poses serious health risks even to healthy individuals, and can affect those with existing respiratory or cardiac conditions badly.

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Delhi Suffocates Under Toxic Air as Stubble Burning Soars

Q: How much did stubble burning contribute to Delhi's pollution?

Stubble burning in the neighboring regions contributed a staggering 22.4% to Delhi's PM2.5 concentration on Wednesday, the highest share from farm fires recorded so far this winter.

13 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Delhi's air quality remains 'severe' for second straight day
Stubble burning contributes over 22% to Delhi's pollution
Experts warn of serious health risks even for healthy individuals

As of November 13th, 2025, Delhi's air quality has remained in the 'severe' category for the second straight day, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded at a concerning 418. This alarming situation has been largely driven by the surge in stubble burning in the neighboring regions, which contributed a staggering 22.4% to Delhi's PM2.5 concentration on Wednesday.

The severe air pollution has raised serious health concerns, as a 'severe' AQI can adversely affect even healthy individuals, let alone those with existing respiratory or cardiac conditions. According to the Decision Support System (DSS) data, the share of pollution transported from outside the city stood at 15.5% on Wednesday.

Meteorological conditions, including stagnant weather and local emissions, have further exacerbated the air quality crisis in the national capital. Satellite-based data showed a significant increase in farm fire incidents in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh on Tuesday, which have significantly contributed to Delhi's toxic air.