Delhi-NCR breathes easier today, thanks to a timely barrage of strong winds and drizzle that slashed pollution concentrations. The AQI plunge in key areas ends a suffocating spell, providing tangible relief to commuters, schoolchildren, and the elderly.
Comprehensive readings highlight the variance. Delhi’s pollution hotspots report Ashok Vihar (318), Bawana (329), Chandni Chowk (332), Rohini (326), Wazirpur (335), Sonia Vihar (338), and Vivek Vihar (306). Moderate improvements grace RK Puram (301) and Siri Fort (301), while Shadipur shines at 165 and CRRI Mathura Road at 186.
Noida benefits similarly: Sector-62 (186), Sector-125 (255), Sector-1 (262), Sector-116 (235). Ghaziabad mixes tough Loni (320) with promising Sanjay Nagar (139), Indirapuram (276), and Vasundhara (258).
Weather patterns signal more changes. Expect minimums at 12°C on January 28, diving to 8°C on the 29th, and 6°C on the 30th-31st. Maxima remain steady at 19-20°C. Fog evolves from shallow to moderate, but skies stay warning-free.
Pollutant dispersion from recent weather promises ongoing moderation. Yet, as temperatures plummet and fog envelops the region, experts predict potential stagnation of toxins. This episode highlights weather’s pivotal role in urban air battles, urging authorities to fortify long-term strategies against seasonal smog crises.