The NCR breathes easier today, thanks to relentless gusty winds that have chased away stagnant pollutants blanketing the region. Air quality has upgraded markedly, with most areas now in orange or yellow AQI categories—a welcome change from the severe levels of prior weeks.
Delhi’s stations paint a picture of progress mixed with caution. High readings persist at Anand Vihar (289), Shadipur (288), Rohini (260), R.K. Puram (260), Bawana (259), Ashok Vihar (243), Wazirpur (254), and Vivek Vihar (230). These orange-zone figures signal ongoing risks but are a step up from red alerts.
Bright spots include yellow-zone havens like Ayanagar (168), Burari Crossing (124), Sri Aurobindo Marg (129), Chandni Chowk (193), and CRRI Mathura Road (189). Noida’s sectors show similar gains: Sector-125 at 237 (orange), Sector-62 at 154 (yellow), Sector-1 at 192, and Sector-116 at 195.
In Ghaziabad, Indirapuram (202) and Vasundhara (229) reflect cleaner air, despite Loni’s stubborn 295. This wind-driven cleanup highlights nature’s role in battling urban pollution from vehicles and factories.
Weather forecasts promise more stability. February 9 saw 24°C highs and 9°C lows with mild fog. February 10 anticipates 25°C/10°C, and February 11 up to 25°C/12°C. If winds hold steady, analysts foresee continued AQI drops, potentially easing health concerns for residents long plagued by toxic air.