According to the Sameer app, Mumbai’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 127, placing it in the ‘Moderate’ category. At this level, individuals with lung disorders, asthma, and heart conditions may experience breathing discomfort
Deonar and Vile Parle recorded the highest AQI levels among the listed areas. Representational Pic
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies across Mumbai and its suburbs on Tuesday. The maximum temperature is expected to be around 33 degrees Celsius, while the minimum may settle near 17 degrees Celsius.
The IMD reported mild conditions across key locations today. Colaba recorded a minimum temperature of 21.7 degrees Celsius, with no rainfall reported during the period.
Meanwhile, Santacruz experienced a cooler start to the day, registering a minimum temperature of 16.5 degrees Celsius, also accompanied by zero millimetres of rainfall. According to the IMD, the overall weather remained dry and stable across the city.
According to the Sameer app, Mumbai’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stands at 127, placing it in the ‘Moderate’ category. At this level, individuals with lung disorders, asthma, and heart conditions may experience breathing discomfort.
AQI across key Mumbai locations:
Kurla: 106
Vile Parle: 139
Borivali: 102
Worli: 102
Sion: 111
Mazgaon: 92
Deonar: 145
Malad West: 127
Deonar and Vile Parle recorded the highest AQI levels among the listed areas.
Delhi’s air quality remains poor as smog reduces visibility
The national capital continued to grapple with deteriorating air quality on Tuesday, as a thin layer of smog lingered over several parts of the city, reducing visibility during the early hours, reported news agency ANI.
According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi recorded an AQI of 292 at 8 am, placing overall air quality firmly in the ‘Poor’ category.
Early-morning visuals from India Gate and Kartavya Path showed the landmarks partially shrouded in grey haze, with the AQI in the area measured at 265, also within the ‘Poor’ range. Other key monitoring stations reported similar levels: 294 at ITO, 282 at Alipur, 253 at Aya Nagar, and 291 at Burari, reported news agency ANI.
However, pollution levels were significantly worse in Akshardham, where the AQI climbed to 319, pushing the locality into the ‘Very Poor’ category.
Similar conditions were reported from Ghazipur and Anand Vihar, where the AQI also settled at 319.
Several other key stations, including Ashok Vihar (305), Bawana (342), Anand Vihar (319), Chandani Chowk (333), and Dwarka (314), remained in the "very poor" category, highlighting the widespread nature of pollution across Delhi.
According to AQI categorisation, 0-50 is 'good', 51-100 'satisfactory', 101-200 'moderate', 201-300 'poor', 301-400 'very poor', and 401-500 'severe'.
According to CPCB, the AQI, which ranges from 0 to 500, is divided into six categories, each reflecting the level of pollution and associated health risks.
An AQI between 0 and 50 is classified as "Good", indicating minimal or no health impact. AQI levels from 51 to 100 fall into the "Satisfactory" category, where air quality remains acceptable, though sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, and those with respiratory issues may experience slight discomfort.
The "Moderate" category, ranging from 101 to 200, signals increasing pollution levels that can trigger breathing difficulties among people with asthma, lung conditions, or heart diseases.
An AQI between 201 and 300 is considered "Poor", a range in which prolonged exposure can cause breathing discomfort to most people, not just those with pre-existing health issues.
This level has become increasingly common in several parts of the capital during winter.
Levels between 301 and 400 are marked as "Very Poor", posing a risk of respiratory illnesses even to healthy individuals when exposure continues for long periods. The most hazardous category, "Severe," includes AQI values from 401 to 500. At this stage, air quality becomes dangerous for everyone.
(With ANI inputs)
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