Delhi's Air Quality Index Remains 'Very Poor' at 301

Delhi's air quality continues to be classified as 'very poor', with a recorded AQI of 301. Gurugram and Noida also reported poor air quality, with AQI readings of 289 and 243, respectively. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) indicated that PM2.5 is the primary pollutant across the city, with 56 out of 59 monitoring stations reporting AQI levels above 200. The CPCB addressed concerns regarding discrepancies between AQI data from private apps and its official figures, attributing the differences to measurement and calculation methods. Further monitoring and public awareness are essential as pollution levels remain high.