Delhi weather: Relief from bad air lasts for just a day, mercury goes up

The air quality in New Delhi has deteriorated to a moderate level and is expected to drop to poor in the coming days due to a decrease in wind speed and an increase in temperature. The air quality index was 129, indicating a moderate level of pollution. The maximum temperature is expected to rise further, while the air quality is likely to remain poor for the next six days. The city’s environment minister has instructed officials to start a monthlong campaign against industrial pollution.