Farm Fires Surge in Delhi's Neighbouring States as Air Quality Worsens

Recent days have seen a surge in farm fires in Delhi's neighbouring states, with Punjab reporting 26 incidents on Tuesday. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi remains in the 'moderate' category, reflecting the impact of stubble burning in the region. Weather predictions indicate continued clear skies.

Farm fires have surged in Delhi's neighbouring states recently, with Punjab reporting 26 incidents on Tuesday alone, leading to a 'moderate' Air Quality Index (AQI) in the national capital.

Data reveals a total of 155 stubble-burning incidents in Punjab, 84 in Haryana, and six in Uttar Pradesh over the last 15 days. On Monday, 10 incidents were recorded in Punjab and one in Haryana.

The city's AQI at 4 PM was 151, up from 127 on Monday, as per the Central Pollution Control Board. Meanwhile, maximum temperature hit 35.4 degrees Celsius and minimum settled at 26.2 degrees Celsius according to the India Meteorological Department. Clear skies are predicted for Wednesday.

(With inputs from agencies.)