Delhi recorded the worst air quality in India on Wednesday with a severe AQI of 418 while Noida and Gurugram also faced very poor levels.

More on pollution: Delhi recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 361 as of 8 am, Wednesday. The AQI crossed the 400 mark in the Aya Nagar station (417) in the ‘severe’ category. This was followed by Anand Vihar with AQI 399.

Delhi and its neighbouring cities are experiencing pollution levels that are at least 30-35 times the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Every year, De

Area-wise average AQI in Delhi at 10am. Anand Vihar: 413 (PM10 pollutant) Aya Nagar 428 (PM2.5 pollutant) Ashok Vihar: 386 (PM2.5 pollutant) Chandni Chowk: 332 (PM10 po

The act of parali burning emits harmful and toxic gases such as carbon monoxide, which facilitate air pollution. This can cause health problems including skin irritation, respiratory issues, cancer, and asthma.

Delhi's air quality remained in the 'very poor' category on Monday with an AQI reading of 352, while four monitoring stations reported air quality levels in the 'severe' zone. The 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) recorded until 4 pm daily was reported at 352,