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Rain, Cold Winds and Toxic Air Heighten Health Risks in Delhi-NCR
✍️ News18
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 01:33 PM
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Seasonal illnesses are on the rise as Delhi-NCR battles heavy rain, cold gusts and hazardous air quality, creating a dual health threat.
The National Capital Region has entered a period where rain, unusually cold winds and persistently poor air quality are converging, officials say. Meteorological reports indicate a series of cold fronts bringing lower temperatures and intermittent showers across Delhi and its adjoining districts.
Air quality monitors continue to record hazardous levels of particulate matter, with the Air Quality Index frequently hovering in the ‘very poor’ band. Health experts warn that the combination of cold, moisture and toxic pollutants creates an environment conducive to respiratory infections, flu and exacerbation of chronic lung conditions.
Local hospitals and clinics have reported an uptick in patients presenting with cough, sore throat, asthma attacks and other seasonal ailments. The Delhi government’s health department has issued advisories urging residents to wear masks, limit outdoor exposure during peak pollution hours and stay hydrated.
Authorities are also reminding the public that preventive measures such as regular hand hygiene, adequate rest and timely vaccination against influenza can mitigate the impact of the double health threat.
The situation underscores the need for coordinated action on both weather preparedness and air‑quality management as the city moves through the winter months.
Air quality monitors continue to record hazardous levels of particulate matter, with the Air Quality Index frequently hovering in the ‘very poor’ band. Health experts warn that the combination of cold, moisture and toxic pollutants creates an environment conducive to respiratory infections, flu and exacerbation of chronic lung conditions.
Local hospitals and clinics have reported an uptick in patients presenting with cough, sore throat, asthma attacks and other seasonal ailments. The Delhi government’s health department has issued advisories urging residents to wear masks, limit outdoor exposure during peak pollution hours and stay hydrated.
Authorities are also reminding the public that preventive measures such as regular hand hygiene, adequate rest and timely vaccination against influenza can mitigate the impact of the double health threat.
The situation underscores the need for coordinated action on both weather preparedness and air‑quality management as the city moves through the winter months.