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No relief for Delhi as air quality remains 'very poor' despite light rain

The concentrations of PM 2.5 and PM 10 were recorded at 136 in the 'very poor' and 221 in the 'moderate' category respectively

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Delhi's air was 'very poor' on Friday morning: a level of pollution regarded to have widespread effects among the general population and more serious effects in members of sensitive groups.   

The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was at 313, according to the state-run System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting And Research (SAFAR). 

The concentrations of PM 2.5 and PM 10 were recorded at 136 in the 'very poor' and 221 in the 'moderate' category respectively. 

“AQI today indicates ‘Very Poor’ air quality and likely to improve due to rain along with gusty wind that is expected to improve AQI to