Delhi air pollution crisis: AQI in 'very poor' zone at 311; cold wave conditions to persist

Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 311 on Friday, exacerbated by chilly winter conditions. Pollutants are expected to linger due to low wind speeds and falling temperatures, with cold wave conditions forecast from January 2-5.

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Delhi air pollution crisis: AQI in 'very poor' zone at 311; cold wave conditions to persist
Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'very poor' category with an AQI of 311 on Friday, exacerbated by chilly winter conditions. Pollutants are expected to linger due to low wind speeds and falling temperatures, with cold wave conditions forecast from January 2-5.
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