Computer scientist and IIT Kanpur's Professor Manindra Agrawal said they expect cloud seeding to bring Delhi's AQI down to below 100 if atmospheric conditions are favourable. "That's 'good' or 'moderate' air, comparable to hill stations like Rishikesh or Manali," he stated. Agrawal added, "Even a single effective round of rain can significantly bring down PM2.5 and PM10 levels for days."