The air quality in Delhi continues to remain in the 'poor' category, as reported by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on Friday morning. The city's air quality index (AQI) has been recorded at alarming levels, with a thin layer of fog blanketing several parts of the National Capital, adding to the discomfort caused by the cold weather.

As per the latest data from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Delhi's minimum temperature dropped to a chilling 6°C, further intensifying the cold wave conditions. The CPCB recorded AQI levels of 280 in Alipur, 296 in Ashok Vihar, 280 in ITO, and 228 in DTU. Other areas such as Anand Vihar reported an AQI of 309, while Dwarka Sector 8 recorded 315, Nehru Nagar 334, and IGI Airport (T3) 281. In addition, Rohini, Pusa, and Mundka also saw AQI levels in the range of 307-329. At 7 am on Friday, the overall AQI in Delhi stood at 277.