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Air quality worsens in Delhi, AQI settles in ‘severe’ zone

December 14, 2025

Delhi is experiencing a severe air quality crisis, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 459, categorized as 'severe' by the Central Pollution Control Board. Dense fog and toxic smog have drastically reduced visibility and prompted the implementation of Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4), which includes a ban on construction activities and a shift to hybrid schooling.

Air quality worsens in Delhi, AQI settles in ‘severe’ zone

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AQI in Delhi reached 459, indicating 'severe' air quality.
Visibility has dropped to less than 100 meters in some areas due to dense fog.
Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-4) has been invoked.
Complete ban on construction and demolition activities has been implemented.
Schools are shifting to hybrid mode in response to the air quality crisis.

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Air quality worsens in Delhi, AQI settles in ‘severe’ zone

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