Delhi: The national capital continued to grapple with dense smog and very poor air quality on Monday, reducing visibility and affecting daily life across the city.

The city’s air quality remained alarming, with the average Air Quality Index (AQI) at 7:05 AM recorded at 366, placing Delhi in the ‘very poor’ category. Some areas experienced even worse conditions: Narela recorded an AQI of 418 — the highest in the city — while Anand Vihar, Bawana, Jahangirpuri, Mundka, Rohini, and Wazirpur saw AQI levels between 401 and 408. The lowest reading among Delhi’s 40 monitoring stations was in Dilshad Garden at 301, still classified as ‘very poor’.

Low visibility has raised concerns for commuters and travellers. In a 10 am advisory, Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport stated, “Delhi Airport operations are running smoothly. For the latest flight schedules, please contact your airline or visit the official airport website. We wish all travellers a safe and pleasant journey.”

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Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast moderate fog for Monday, with temperatures expected to range from a minimum of 9°C to a maximum of 21°C. On Sunday, Delhi recorded a minimum temperature of 9.4°C, slightly above the seasonal average and a maximum of 18.1°C.