New Delhi: The deteriorating condition in the capital Delhi is not taking the name of improvement. In view of this, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) instructed people to avoid going out. It also directed the government and private offices to reduce the use of vehicles by at least 30 per cent in view of severe air pollution.
Delhi's average air AQI recorded 499 on Saturday morning. Which is worse than yesterday. In fact, the country's capital recorded the worst AQI of the season on Friday. Delhi recorded its 24-hour average air quality index (AQI) at 4.71 pm. The AQI on Thursday was recorded at 411. "Government and private offices and other establishments are advised to reduce vehicle use by at least 30 per cent (by working from home, car-pooling, customizing field activities) CPCB said at a meeting on Friday. People are instructed to limit and minimize external activities.''
The pollution (Delhi AQI Level) in the capital increased due to burning stubble in nearby states and fireworks on the occasion of Diwali. Air quality was recorded more than 700 in two localities on Friday. However, on average this figure is 360. At the same time, many areas of the capital remain in the Red Zone.
Protest against new excise policy in Delhi
5 easy ways to get rid of Shani Dev's fury immediately on Saturday