The air quality in New Delhi remained in the “severe” category for the third consecutive day on Monday, as the Indian capital remained shrouded in thick toxic smoke.
Air pollution in Delhi and its suburbs, which together form the National Capital Region, is at its worst level in the last few weeks.
Average according to government dataAir Quality Index (AQI) The temperature in the region on Monday was 471, one of the worst in the world, with any measurement above 300 considered “hazardous” to health.
For comparison, any measurement under 50 is considered “good.”
On Sunday, authorities imposed the strictest pollution-control measures, including a complete ban on the movement of old diesel vehicles and a halt to construction activities.
Schools have also been instructed to conduct classes in hybrid mode.
Smog is a frequent phenomenon in Delhi, especially during the winter months.
The issue of air pollution is also a hot political issue in the national capital. Long-term solutions are being sought to curb smog
travel affected by smog
Air and rail travel was disrupted on Monday due to low visibility due to smog.
More than 40 flights were reported canceled while dozens of others were delayed.
Delhi airport had earlier issued a travel advisory, warning passengers of disruption.
It was said in the afternoon that runway visibility had improved but some arrivals and departures may still be affected.
Smog causes deadly pile-ups on highways
News agency PTI reported that smog caused several vehicles to crash on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, killing at least two people.
Many other people were injured in this incident.
Edited by: Wesley Rahn