Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:34am on 16 May 2025,Friday Weather & Environment
On May 16, 2025, Delhi’s air quality sharply declined, entering the ‘very poor’ category with an average AQI of 305. The drop was primarily caused by dust-laden winds from western Rajasthan, which reduced visibility and spiked particulate pollution. Heavily affected areas like Wazirpur and Mundka recorded AQI levels above 400, falling into the ‘severe’ category. Health experts have issued advisories for sensitive groups to limit outdoor activities. The India Meteorological Department has forecast light rain and increased wind speeds in the coming days, which could help disperse pollutants and improve air quality. (PC: Mathurbhumi English)
