A recent report by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) found that PM2.5 levels decreased by 4% compared to last year’s Diwali. However, the PM2.5 levels hit a peak on Diwali night, 13% higher than in previous years. The Center for Science and Environment (CSE) also reported higher nitrogen dioxide levels, indicating heavy traffic congestion….
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…
On the morning of Deepavali, October 31, 2024, Delhi’s air quality was recorded as “very poor” with an Air Quality Index of 330. The city woke up to thick smog, especially in areas like Anand Vihar. The air quality has been deteriorating due to various factors such as vehicular emissions, stubble burning, and firecrackers. The…