Delhi's Air Quality Shows Improvement Amidst December Challenges

Delhi's air quality in December 2024 exhibited notable fluctuations, concluding with the cleanest December in nine years. The first half of the month recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 238, the lowest since AQI measurements began in 2015. 

However, the latter part of December saw a deterioration, with the AQI reaching 'severe' levels on multiple days, including a peak of 429 on December 21. 

Delhi's air quality in December 2024 exhibited notable fluctuations, concluding with the cleanest December in nine years. The first half of the month recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 238, the lowest since AQI measurements began in 2015. 

Delhi's air quality in December 2024 exhibited notable fluctuations, concluding with the cleanest December in nine years. The first half of the month recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 238, the lowest since AQI measurements began in 2015. However, the latter part of December saw a deterioration, with the AQI reaching 'severe' levels on multiple days, including a peak of 429 on December 21. Despite these challenges, the overall improvement in air quality underscores the effectiveness of ongoing environmental initiatives and favorable weather conditions.

 

Source: Hindustan Times,Times of India