The city is reshuffling its air quality sensors to get a clearer picture of pollution.

Most Monitors Went Dark Last Month, Teri Gram Stn Still Down

Although the air quality in Gurgaon appears to be moderate in the statistics, the air is actually polluted. Since many air quality monitoring stations in the city are closed, accurate information is not available. The season of burning crop residues in agriculture and the slow winds are likely to increase pollution. Citizens need to get accurate information so that they can take appropriate measures.

Gurgaon is expected to witness dense haze following Diwali as weather conditions turn unfavourable for pollutant dispersion. According to the IMD, wind speeds will drop below 8 kmph, and calm conditions may trap smoke, causing AQI levels to deteriorate sharply after the festival.

City’s average AQI lowest in years in first half of October