Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Very Poor' Amid Diwali Celebrations

Despite a firecracker ban, Delhi's air quality plummeted as residents defied restrictions, exacerbating pollution levels across the city.

Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) soared to 359, remaining in the 'very poor' category due to widespread firecracker use.
Authorities formed 377 teams to enforce the firecracker ban, but many residents flouted the restrictions, worsening air pollution.
Anand Vihar reported one of the highest AQI levels at 419, falling into the 'severe' category, posing significant health risks.
Stubble burning from neighboring states and altered wind patterns contributed to the increased pollution in Delhi-NCR.
The Delhi government has implemented the Graded Response Action Plan, imposing restrictions on various pollution sources to mitigate the crisis.