After Delhi, Jaipur Air Turns Hazardous: AQI Crosses 150 in Several Areas

Jaipur: Along with the winter chill, air pollution is worsening across Rajasthan, and Jaipur is now facing alarming air quality levels. In several areas of the city, the Air Quality Index (AQI) has crossed 150, raising health concerns for residents.

Following Delhi, where outdoor air has become increasingly difficult to breathe, Jaipur is now grappling with elevated PM2.5 and PM10 levels. AQI measures the concentration of pollutants in the air, and a level above 100 is considered harmful to health. In parts of Jaipur, the AQI has surged to 150 and beyond.

Pollution Hotspots
The highest pollution was recorded in the Mansarovar area, with an average AQI of 191. Sitapura RICO reported a level of 165, while Adarsh Nagar crossed 150, reaching 158. Murli Pura recorded 118, and near the Police Commissionerate, the AQI stood at 112.

Understanding AQI Levels

• 0–50: Good air quality, safe for all.
• 51–100: Satisfactory, low health risk.
• 101–150: Moderately polluted; may affect children and the elderly.
• 151–200: Unhealthy; can seriously impact health.
• 201–300: Very unhealthy; outdoor activity poses health risks.
• Above 300: Hazardous; extremely dangerous to health.

Noise Pollution Monitoring
The Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) is now also introducing real-time monitoring of noise pollution in major cities, including Jaipur, Kota, and Jodhpur. Twelve locations have been identified across these cities to track both air and noise pollution. Sensors at these stations will collect per-second data and transmit it to the RSPCB server. The project, estimated at around ₹5 crore, has already gone to tender.

With both air and noise pollution on the rise, residents are advised to take precautions, especially children, the elderly, and those with respiratory conditions.