Post-Diwali smog pushes Delhi air quality to ‘very poor’; other cities also affected

The day after Diwali in Delhi, a thick layer of smog covered the city, pushing the air quality into the ‘very poor’ category. The Central Pollution Control Board reported an Air Quality Index over 350 in most areas, raising health concerns for residents. People expressed their worries about the pollution affecting their health, with one cyclist mentioning the impact on his brother’s health. The pollution issue was not limited to Delhi, as other cities across India also reported poor air quality. The Delhi government urged people to avoid burning crackers to help control pollution and protect the environment. Authorities were monitoring the situation closely and taking necessary steps to address the pollution.