New Delhi, Dec. 26 -- The national capital Delhi witnessed a significant deterioration in its air quality on Friday morning. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) was 305 at around 8 am. Hence, entering the 'very poor' category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Air quality deteriorated sharply compared to Thursday, when the AQI stood at 234 at 4 pm. Additionally, in today's morning, a thick layer of smog continues to linger in parts of the city, and overall air quality remains poor.

In ITO, a thick layer of smog was present with reduced visibility, with an AQI of 330, placing it in the ' very poor' category. Additionally, a thick layer of smog lingered in areas around Akshardham and AIIMS this morning.

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