Delhi's air quality improves, but remains close to 'severe', curbs imposed

The air quality in Delhi and neighbouring areas has marginally improved, after it plumeted to 'the severe' level on Tuesday. 

The overall air quality index of Delhi was recorded at 391 by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) on Thursday morning.

The Ministry of Earth Science's air quality website, SAFAR showed Delhi's air quality as 'very poor' with PM10 level at 370 and PM2.5 level at 215.

An AQI of 0-100 is considered 'Good+Satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor' and 401 to 500 'severe', as per SAFAR.

The marginal improvement came after the