Over the past few days, pollution has increased in 24 cities across the state. In Patna, Samanpura recorded an AQI of 218, while Gandhi Maidan reached 239. High levels of PM10 and PM2.5 have made the air unhealthy for residents. Other areas like Danapur, Taramandal, and Patna City also showed rising pollution levels.

Construction work and increasing traffic near Gandhi Maidan are adding more dust to the air. With events like the Patna Book Fair expected to draw heavy crowds, pollution levels may rise further if no action is taken.

On Friday morning, most cities in Bihar recorded AQI below 200, but many still fall in the “poor” range. Gayaji (189), Araria (172), Sasaram (178), Patna (172), and Begusarai (142) all showed worrying numbers.

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According to AQI.in, the PM2.5 concentration over the past 24 hours still remains worrying. The platform estimated that breathing Delhi’s air currently equals smoking around 10 cigarettes a day, assuming consistent exposure. Despite the marginal improvement, pollution levels continue to pose serious health risks for sensitive groups, children, and the elderly.

Officials attribute the improvement to favourable wind speed, slight temperature rise, and restricted industrial operations under previous GRAP phases. With GRAP III now revoked, construction and demolition activities—except for essential projects—may resume, although authorities have urged agencies to maintain strict dust-control measures.

Environmental experts warn that the relief may be temporary, as winter conditions, low wind speed, and dense fog could again worsen pollution levels in the coming days. Doctors also advise residents to avoid prolonged outdoor exposure, wear N95 masks, and use air purifiers indoors.

Meanwhile, Delhi residents expressed cautious optimism, hoping that air quality will continue to improve as measures remain in force under GRAP I and II. The CAQM has reiterated that long-term solutions—such as cleaner transportation, regulated biomass burning, and improved waste management—must be strengthened to ensure sustainable air quality in the region.

With the winter season deepening, pollution management remains a major challenge for Delhi-NCR. Authorities continue to monitor AQI levels closely, ready to reimpose restrictions if pollution spikes again.

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