Overview

• Delhi's air quality has deteriorated to 'very poor' levels, with an AQI of over 300, and is expected to worsen during Diwali.
• Respiratory issues have surged by 30-40% in hospitals, particularly affecting children and the elderly.
• The Delhi government has banned fireworks and implemented a Graded Response Action Plan to combat pollution.
• Political tensions arise as the Supreme Court criticizes the central and state governments for inadequate pollution control measures.
• Experts emphasize the need for regional solutions, targeting pollution sources like stubble burning and fossil fuel emissions.