Delhi Sees `Very Poor` Air Quality Post Diwali Celebrations As Smog Blankets Capital, Check AQI

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~

Several cities across India witnessed poor air quality with smog and poor AQI causing severe impacts on large areas.

According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality index (AQI) in several areas of Delhi dipped into the 'very poor' category on Friday...

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