Exclusive: Delhi AQI data is unreliable – air monitors flout norms, blocked by trees
An exclusive investigation by Newslaundry has revealed serious flaws in Delhi's official air quality monitoring network, raising doubts about the reliability of government AQI data. Key findings include:
Faulty Monitor Placement
Data Inconsistencies
Lack of Transparency and Accountability
The article concludes that these systemic issues in monitoring undermine public trust, hinder accurate policy assessment, and could lead to a false sense of security about the city's severe air pollution crisis.
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