Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:02am on 14 Dec 2025,Sunday Weather & Environment
Delhi and the National Capital Region woke up to hazardous air quality as the Air Quality Index (AQI) surged into the ‘severe’ category, with readings above 400 across multiple monitoring stations and some areas nearing 500. Thick toxic smog and dense fog reduced visibility and worsened health risks, especially for vulnerable groups. Authorities invoked Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) measures, including strict curbs under Stage IV, to curb pollution and recommended work-from-home and hybrid learning for students. The smog persists due to stagnant weather and trapped pollutants, prompting health advisories.
