Delhi's Air Quality Index – Understanding the Air We Breathe
Join millions in tracking Delhi's air quality. Your health depends on the air you breathe.
What is AQI?
The Air Quality Index (AQI) is a standardized scale that measures air pollution levels and their impact on health.
AQI Scale
A simple 0-500 scale that tells you how clean or polluted your air is
Current Status
Real-time air quality updates across Delhi's monitoring stations
Today's AQI: 285
Very Unhealthy
Updated 5 min ago
Seasonal Trends
Real-time Monitoring
Data from 40+ monitoring stations across Delhi NCR
Causes
Understanding the primary sources contributing to Delhi's air pollution crisis.
Vehicle Emissions
40% of Delhi's pollution from 11 million vehicles
Stubble Burning
25% during crop burning season (Oct-Nov)
Construction Dust
15% from ongoing construction projects
Industrial Pollution
12% from factories and power plants
Firecrackers
8% spike during festivals
Weather Conditions
Temperature inversion traps pollutants
Health Impact
Air pollution affects everyone, but some are more vulnerable than others.
Short-term Effects
- • Eye irritation and watering
- • Throat inflammation
- • Breathing difficulties
- • Headaches and fatigue
High-Risk Groups
- Children under 5 years
- Elderly above 65 years
- Pregnant women
- Asthma patients
- Heart disease patients
Long-term Health Risks
Respiratory Diseases
Chronic bronchitis, lung cancer, reduced lung function
Cardiovascular Issues
Heart attacks, stroke, hypertension
Neurological Effects
Cognitive decline, Alzheimer's risk increase
Government Measures
Comprehensive policies and initiatives to combat air pollution in Delhi.
GRAP (Graded Response Action Plan)
Four-stage emergency response system triggered by AQI levels
- • Stage 1: Public health warnings
- • Stage 2: Construction restrictions
- • Stage 3: Vehicle restrictions
- • Stage 4: Complete shutdown measures
Odd-Even Traffic System
Vehicle rationing based on license plate numbers during high pollution episodes
Smog Towers
Air purifier installations across Delhi to filter particulate matter
Firecracker Regulations
Complete ban on firecrackers and green crackers only during festivals
Additional Initiatives
Green Delhi Initiative
Planting 31 lakh trees annually
EV Policy
25% electric vehicle target by 2024
Dust Control
Mandatory anti-smog guns at sites
Take Action
Your daily choices can make Delhi's air cleaner
Use Public Transport
Switch to metro, buses, and shared rides to reduce emissions
- • Metro: 85% less emissions per passenger
- • Bus: 50% reduction vs. car
- • Carpooling: 25% fewer vehicles
Mask Usage
Protect yourself with N95/99 masks during high pollution
- • N95: 95% particle filtration
- • N99: 99% particle filtration
- • Replace every 8-12 hours
Planting Trees
Increase green cover to naturally filter air pollution
- • 1 tree = 260 lbs oxygen/year
- • Absorbs 48 lbs CO2/year
- • Native species preferred
Reduce Emissions
Cut your carbon footprint through mindful choices
- • Walk/cycle for short trips
- • Work from home options
- • Energy-efficient appliances
