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Delhi-NCR rain and hailstorm bring relief, AQI drops to 191
The Story in Brief
Rain and hailstorms swept Delhi-NCR early on Sunday, 25 October, bringing relief from the recent warm spell and improving air quality. The IMD has forecast cooler conditions for the region.
Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 191 on Saturday, 24 October, down from 230 the previous day, placing it in the 'moderate' category. The reading was the lowest recorded for 24 October in a decade, excluding the Covid-19 period, according to the Delhi government's environment department.
The weather outlook remains unsettled in parts of southern and eastern India, where the IMD has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds. The improvement in air quality is expected to be temporary, depending on changing weather conditions and pollution sources.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The rain has delivered a sharp but likely brief reprieve from Delhi's worsening winter pollution. The AQI of 191 is the lowest for this date in a decade outside the pandemic years, but the improvement hinges on sustained weather patterns and continued emission controls. The IMD's forecast of unsettled weather in southern and eastern states, including Tamil Nadu and Bihar, means the same system that cleared Delhi's air could bring disruption elsewhere. The next few days will show whether the gains hold or reverse as conditions stabilise.
Source: nationalheraldindia.com
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