Delhi’s air quality worsened on Sunday as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remained in the ‘poor category’ alongside a significant drop in temperature, intensifying cold conditions across the city. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD),

IMD scientist Soma Sen Roy warned that the temperature could further take a drop by 1-2 degrees Celsius due to the winds in North India.

Delhi's air quality dipped into the 'poor' category as a cold wave gripped the city, pushing temperatures down to 6 degrees Celsius. The AQI reached 246, with some areas exceeding 300. Shelter homes offered refuge to those braving the icy conditions,

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CQAM), which is responsible for air quality over Delhi-NCR, introduced a revised plan on December 14 to combat winter pollution, urging states to enforce stricter measures when air quality declines.

Delhi's air quality dipped to 'poor' category on Sunday, with the AQI reaching 246 amidst a cold wave. Temperatures plummeted to 6 degrees Celsius, prompting many to seek refuge in shelters. Several areas recorded AQI above 250,