Overview
- Citywide AQI improved to roughly 201–209 on Thursday morning, down from 305 (‘very poor’) reported at 4 pm on Wednesday, according to CPCB data.
- Station readings remained uneven, with many locations in the ‘poor’ band and several in ‘moderate’, while the worst pockets hovered near 250–270.
- IMD expects misty mornings and above-normal daytime temperatures of 25–28°C with minimums near 11–13°C through the week.
- Forecasts indicate AQI will likely stay in the ‘poor’ range through February 14, with feeble western disturbances around February 13 and February 16–17 that could produce isolated light showers and aid dispersion.
- Authorities broadened controls this week by adding six CAAQMS stations and deploying ‘Vayu Rakshak’ enforcement vehicles, as CAQM set uniform mechanised road-sweeping norms; vulnerable groups are advised to limit prolonged outdoor exposure.