AT 242, ggm sees month's worst AQI despite rain
Gurugram, Oct. 30 -- Gurugram recorded its worst air quality in October on Thursday, with the air quality index (AQI) reaching 242 (poor), up from 203 the day before, even as the city saw drizzle and a cool breeze.
According to air quality data available on the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)'s Sameer app, Sector 51 recorded an AQI of 275 on Thursday, while Gwal Pahari recorded 237 and Teri Gram 214, all in the poor category. On Tuesday, the city recorded an AQI of 174 (moderate).
Meanwhile, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) daily weather observations, Gurugram's maximum temperature fell to 25.5 degrees Celsius (degC) on Thursday, down by 4.4degC from the previous day. The city recorded a minimum temperature of 15.1degC.
Compared with Wednesday, the average maximum across Haryana dipped by 6.9 degC, with Sirsa recording the highest reading at 31.5degC. The average minimum remained 5.8degC, below normal, in the state. htc...
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