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Delhi Chokes Under Thick Smog As AQI Hits 387
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What Happened?
Delhi's air quality has been classified as 'very poor' for six consecutive days, with an Air Quality Index (AQI) of 387 reported on Friday. The government is considering cloud seeding to combat worsening pollution levels.
Key points
- Delhi's AQI reached 387, indicating very poor air quality.
- The AQI has been above 350 for several days, showing a steady decline.
- The Delhi government is considering cloud seeding to reduce pollution after Diwali.
- Two cloud-seeding trials were conducted near Delhi Airport in the last 15 days.
- Officials are assessing the feasibility of inducing artificial rainfall.
Key insights
- High pollution levels may lead to increased health risks for vulnerable populations.
- Cloud seeding could provide a temporary solution but may not address the root causes of pollution.
- Continued poor air quality may prompt more stringent government regulations on emissions.
Why it matters
The ongoing poor air quality could affect the health of Delhi residents.
Source
Times Now
