Brief
Delhi to Celebrate Dussehra Under Clear Skies as AQI Hits Poor Levels in Some Areas
The India Meteorological Department forecasts no rain for Dussehra, while the Central Pollution Control Board reports poor AQI in parts of the city.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Delhi is set to observe Dussehra on Tuesday, Oct 20, under clear skies with no rain expected, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said, while air‑quality readings show poor levels in several parts of the city, Times Now News reported.
What happened
IMD’s forecast for Oct 20 predicts a “mainly clear sky” with maximum temperatures between 31 °C and 33 °C and minimums between 17 °C and 19 °C. The department also projects clear conditions for the rest of the week, with partly cloudy skies expected on Oct 24‑25.
What the reports add
According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data at 6 AM on Tuesday, the AQI across Delhi varied from moderate to poor. Specific readings included Anand Vihar (119, moderate), Ashok Vihar (112, moderate), Aya Nagar (159, moderate), Chandni Chowk (210, poor), IGI Airport T3 (165, moderate), IIT Delhi (208, poor), Wazirpur (199, moderate), JNU (131, moderate), Narela (178, moderate), and Vivek Vihar (164, moderate).
What was said
Times Now News journalist Surbhi Kaul noted that while the weather will be clear for the festival, “air quality remains a concern, with several areas recording poor AQI levels.”
How it came about
Felo’s earlier coverage on Oct 19 highlighted a similar forecast of clear skies and moderate AQI for the week, noting a poor AQI of 210 at Chandni Chowk. The current report confirms the continuation of clear weather and adds updated AQI figures for additional locations across the city.
Key facts
- IMD forecasts no rain and clear skies for Delhi on Oct 20 Dussehra. (timesnownews.com)
- Maximum temperature expected 31‑33 °C; minimum 17‑19 °C. (timesnownews.com)
- CPCB recorded poor AQI (210) at Chandni Chowk and other moderate to poor readings across the city at 6 AM. (timesnownews.com)
Sources
- [1] timesnownews.com — originally reported as “No Rain In Delhi On Dussehra, AQI Hits Poor Category In Some Areas – Check Complete Details”
