Delhi Air Pollution: Delhi-NCR wakes up to thick layer of smog post-Diwali, AQI in 'very poor' category

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The air quality deteriorated further on Diwali night, with PM2.5 levels rising sharply, creating hazardous conditions for respiratory health.

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Published on November 1, 2024 -  03:22
Delhi Diwali: Smog Ingulfs NCR As Air Quality Hits New Low This Season | Key Details
Post-Diwali, Delhi's air quality plunged to "very poor" with an AQI of 361, significantly worse than last year's 218. RK Puram recorded the highest at 398, followed by other areas exceeding 395. Despite a firecracker ban, widespread violations were reported across the city, with visible residue. The situation was exacerbated by unfavorable weather conditions, stubble burning, and vehicular emissions. #Delhipollution #RKPuram #AQI #DelhiAir #DelhiAirPollution #Delhinews #Poollution #Diwali #Indianews #India #Oneindia ~PR.320~ED.346~HT.334~

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