As winter settles in, Delhi's air quality continues to be in the 'poor' category, with a thin layer of smog enveloping parts of the national capital and limiting visibility. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality index (AQI) in Delhi was recorded at 231 as of 8:00 am on Monday.

Several areas in Delhi reported concerning AQI levels, including Alipur at 239, Anandpur at 276, Ashok Vihar at 254, Bawana at 280, and Burari Crossing at 220. Other areas such as Dwarka Sector 8 registered an AQI of 291, while areas like ITO, Lodhi Road, and Vivek Vihar also reported AQI levels ranging from 154 to 242.