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Delhi records moderate AQI on Thursday as NCR air quality concerns linger
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 24 Sep 2026, 05:32 PM
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Delhi's Air Quality Index was logged in the moderate range on Thursday, following a deterioration in Gurugram's air earlier this week.
The National Capital Territory of Delhi recorded an Air Quality Index (AQI) in the moderate category on Thursday, according to data released by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee. The reading reflects a slight improvement from the previous day's poor levels, but it remains above the safe threshold for sensitive groups.
Earlier this week, Gurugram, a key city in the National Capital Region, experienced a sharp rise in pollutant concentrations, pushing its AQI into the unhealthy range before the onset of winter. The deterioration in Gurugram's air quality contributed to heightened concerns across the NCR, prompting health advisories from local authorities.
Experts note that the moderate rating in Delhi is driven primarily by elevated levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and nitrogen dioxide, typical of the region during the pre‑winter period. While the situation is not yet critical, officials have urged residents to limit outdoor activities, especially those with respiratory conditions.
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee will continue to monitor the AQI closely and issue updates as the weather pattern shifts, anticipating potential further changes as temperatures drop.
Earlier this week, Gurugram, a key city in the National Capital Region, experienced a sharp rise in pollutant concentrations, pushing its AQI into the unhealthy range before the onset of winter. The deterioration in Gurugram's air quality contributed to heightened concerns across the NCR, prompting health advisories from local authorities.
Experts note that the moderate rating in Delhi is driven primarily by elevated levels of particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10) and nitrogen dioxide, typical of the region during the pre‑winter period. While the situation is not yet critical, officials have urged residents to limit outdoor activities, especially those with respiratory conditions.
The Delhi Pollution Control Committee will continue to monitor the AQI closely and issue updates as the weather pattern shifts, anticipating potential further changes as temperatures drop.