Severe Pollution Grips Delhi as Heavy Rain Alert Covers 18 States
Delhi AQI Hits 428, IMD Issues Rain Alert for 18 States: Air pollution in Delhi has worsened again, with the overall Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 428 on the morning of November 2, falling into the ‘severe’ category. A thick layer of smog covered several parts of the capital, reducing visibility. Even Rashtrapati Bhavan appeared hazy.
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the AQI was 335 near India Gate and Janpath, while Akshardham and ITO recorded 349. These areas remained in the ‘very poor’ category.
Some parts of Mumbai also experienced hazy conditions on Monday morning. Smog covered the Bandra Reclamation area, making nearby buildings look blurred. However, the AQI stood at 131, which falls under the ‘moderate’ category.
While several cities are facing rising pollution, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a rain, thunderstorm and strong wind alert for 18 states on November 2.
The weather change is linked to a low-pressure area over the southeastern Bay of Bengal. Wind speeds in some areas may reach 80 km/h.
The IMD has advised people in hilly regions to remain alert due to possible landslides. Residents in other areas should take precautions during heavy rain and strong winds. Fishermen have also been advised to avoid going into the sea during rough weather.
Weather Forecast for Delhi, UP and Bihar:
- Delhi: Rain and thunderstorms are expected, with winds reaching around 30 km/h. The maximum and minimum temperatures may be 29°C and 18°C.
- Uttar Pradesh: Heavy rain is expected in districts such as Meerut, Agra, Lucknow, Ayodhya, Unnao and Gautam Buddha Nagar. Lucknow may record temperatures between 20°C and 29°C.
- Bihar: Rain alerts have been issued for Begusarai, Kishanganj, Purnia, Darbhanga, Madhubani and other districts. Patna may record a maximum temperature of 30°C and a minimum of 22°C.
Rajasthan is likely to experience heavy rain and strong winds in districts including Jaipur, Sikar, Bharatpur, Bikaner, Tonk and Churu. Wind speeds may reach 80 km/h. Jaipur’s temperature is expected to range between 18°C and 30°C.
In Madhya Pradesh, thunderstorms and rain are expected in Indore, Ujjain, Dewas, Bhopal, Betul, Khandwa and several other districts. Bhopal may record temperatures between 19°C and 29°C.
The IMD has also warned of rain and strong winds in parts of West Bengal, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Punjab, Jharkhand, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Assam and Telangana.
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In West Bengal, heavy rain and strong winds are expected in Darjeeling, Howrah, Nadia, Birbhum and other districts. Kolkata may record a maximum temperature of 32°C and a minimum of 25°C. Residents across the affected states are advised to follow weather updates and take necessary precautions.
