The city's worsening air quality has become a major concern for its residents. Particulate Matter stood at 67 µg/m³, while PM10 levels were at a concerning 159 µg/m³. Both are indicators of harmful particles in the air that can penetrate the lungs and bloodstream,

Mumbai's AQI at 175 indicates poor air quality, with Bandra, Sion, and BKC among the most polluted areas. Ranked 87th globally, the city faces high PM10 and PM2.5 levels amid misty weather.

The AQI in Delhi has reached 394, placing it in the very poor category. Contributing factors include stagnant winds and low temperatures, leading to a hazardous air quality level that has prompted stricter pollution control measures.

The IMD predicted the minimum temperature in Mumbai and other cities across Maharashtra will gradually fall by 2-3 degrees Celsius over the next three days.

At 6 am, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded an AQI of Anand Vihar at 316, Ashok Vihar at 316, Bawana at 343, and Jahangirpuri at 330.

Delhi's air quality index improved from 'very poor' to 'poor' on Monday, but it remains the most polluted city in India. Other cities like Gurgaon and Ghaziabad also recorded high pollution levels due to factors like stubble burning and vehicular emissions.

The AQI in Delhi dropped to ‘very poor’ category by Monday evening due to low winds and continued to be at the same level on Tuesday morning.