Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta was met with chants of ‘AQI, AQI’ as she welcomed Lionel Messi, with the city’s Air Quality Index reaching severe levels. The Aam Aadmi Party criticized the BJP governments for inaction as toxic air affected the region, with the prime minister remaining silent on the issue. . Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta faced chants of ‘AQI, AQI’ from the crowd while welcoming football star Lionel Messi at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday, as the city’s Air Quality Index reached severe levels at 498 in the morning before settling at 427 by evening.The incident was captured in a viral video, prompting criticism from the Aam Aadmi Party over the city’s deteriorating air quality.”International Shame, Crowd for Messi shouts ‘AQI, AQI’ as soon as Delhi CM Rekha Gupta arrives,” posted AAP’s Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on X, sharing the video clip.The AAP criticised BJP governments at the Centre and in Delhi for their alleged inaction as toxic air affected Delhi-NCR and North India regions.”In a country where everyone is talking about pollution, the prime minister is just silent on the issue,” Bharadwaj stated.The Central Pollution Control Board reported that 27 monitoring stations across Delhi recorded ‘severe’ air quality on Monday, with Wazirpur recording the highest at 475.The dense smog affected visibility and daily activities, causing residents to take precautions like wearing masks during commutes.Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘severe’ zone for the third consecutive day, with haze obscuring the city’s skyline.The Lionel Messi G.O.A.T. India Tour concluded successfully at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, following an earlier chaotic event in Kolkata on Saturday.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndian Army Displays Turkish Yiiha Drone Used By Pakistan During Operation SindoorPM Modi Arrives In Jordan, Receives Warm Welcome By Indian Diaspora In AmmanUS Starts Mandatory Social Media Checks For H-1B Visas Leaving Indian Professionals Most ExposedBJP’s Succession Script Repeats: Why Nitin Nabin Is Working President, And Not Nadda’s ReplacementEnd Of MGNREGA? What VB–G Ram G Means For Rural Workers, Farmers And Viksit Bharat PlanFrom Missiles To Torpedoes, DRDO Outlines India’s Big Defence Push For Near-Term Battlefield EdgePM Modi Begins Jordan, Ethiopia, Oman Tour To Boost Ancient Ties, Expand India’s Global South RoleIndian Diaspora Members Prepare Cultural Performances Ahead Of PM Modi’s Jordan VisitFrom Power Cuts To 500 GW Grid, India Emerges As Global Data Centre Hub Under Modi: Piyush GoyalCong’s ‘Modi Teri Kabr Khudegi’ Slogan Sparks Uproar, NDA Seeks Apology As Parliament Grinds To Halt123PhotostoriesDear Comrade, Pelli Choopulu and Arjun Reddy; Breakthrough performances that redefined the Telugu lover boyDhurandhar, Chhaava, Mom; Challenging roles played by Akshaye Khanna5 adorable pink animals stealing the wildlife spotlight5 beautiful Romeo and Juliet quotes that will steal your hearts‘Damini’, ‘OMG! Oh My God’, ‘Prem Rog’: Bollywood movies that sparked social change and redefined mainstream storytelling5 pet fish that change colour and why it happens6 Traditional egg curries from different parts of the countryAnkita Lokhande and Vicky Jain’s love story: From being close friends to getting remarried in EuropeUttarakhand Govt announces snow leopard tour to boost winter tourism; 5 other Indian spots to see the Big CatMrunal Thakur’s colourful Paithani saree is a bold love letter to Maharashtrian culture123Hot PicksBondi beach attackCorona RemediesJetBlue flight VenezuelaGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingJaylen Warren InjuryAuston MatthewsVanessa BryantLeBron JamesBukayo Saka and Tolami Benson Net WorthConnor McDavidDylan HollowayLebron JamesAdam FoxBam Adebayo
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta faced chants of ‘AQI, AQI’ from the crowd while welcoming football star Lionel Messi at Arun Jaitley Stadium on Monday, as the city’s Air Quality Index reached severe levels at 498 in the morning before settling at 427 by evening.The incident was captured in a viral video, prompting criticism from the Aam Aadmi Party over the city’s deteriorating air quality.“International Shame, Crowd for Messi shouts ‘AQI, AQI’ as soon as Delhi CM Rekha Gupta arrives,” posted AAP’s Delhi unit chief Saurabh Bharadwaj on X, sharing the video clip.The AAP criticised BJP governments at the Centre and in Delhi for their alleged inaction as toxic air affected Delhi-NCR and North India regions.“In a country where everyone is talking about pollution, the prime minister is just silent on the issue,” Bharadwaj stated.The Central Pollution Control Board reported that 27 monitoring stations across Delhi recorded ‘severe’ air quality on Monday, with Wazirpur recording the highest at 475.The dense smog affected visibility and daily activities, causing residents to take precautions like wearing masks during commutes.Delhi’s air quality remained in the ‘severe’ zone for the third consecutive day, with haze obscuring the city’s skyline.The Lionel Messi G.O.A.T. India Tour concluded successfully at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, following an earlier chaotic event in Kolkata on Saturday.
