Locals reported experiencing breathing difficulties, eye irritation and other health issues due to the worsening pollution levels. Many residents also expressed concern for vulnerable groups, including the elderly and children, who are more susceptible to respiratory problems.
The air quality in Delhi improved slightly on Monday morning but stayed in the 'very poor' category, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 345 as of 8 am, down from 391 recorded the previous day.
Delhi's air quality remains poor as recorded this morning. As per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the Air Quality Index (AQI) around ITO was recorded at 284 in the "poor" category.
The air quality in the national capital fell back to 'very poor' on Thursday from being in 'severe' category a day before, as AQI was recorded at 304 as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).
With the worsening air quality in the national capital, the head of clinical oncology of Delhi State Cancer Institute Dr Pragya Shukla said that there will be long-term side effects of the air pollution.