Diwali air quality
Delhi Air Quality Crisis: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's Claims Contradict Record Post-Diwali Pollution Data
Dec 06, 2025 08:39 pm CST
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta claims the capital "maintained air quality" during Diwali, despite official data showing PM2.5 levels reached 488 micrograms per cubic metre - nearly 100 times WHO limits and the worst post-Diwali air quality in five years. AQI readings hit 345, continuing a concerning upward trend despite Supreme Court restrictions on fireworks.
Delhi's Air Quality Crisis: Toxic Smog Blankets Capital for Second Day After Diwali Celebrations Despite Firecracker Restrictions
Oct 22, 2025 11:31 am CST
Delhi faces severe air pollution crisis as toxic smog engulfs the capital for a second consecutive day following Diwali, with AQI readings reaching 345 despite Supreme Court restrictions on firecrackers. Thirty-four of 38 monitoring stations report 'very poor' to 'severe' conditions, while PM2.5 levels soar to 100 times WHO recommended limits, sparking political tensions between AAP and BJP over pollution management failures.
Delhi's Green Diwali Experiment: Air Quality Data Reveals Limited Impact Despite Eco-Friendly Fireworks
Oct 21, 2025 11:30 am CST
Despite the Supreme Court's directive to use eco-friendly green crackers during Diwali celebrations, Delhi woke up to hazardous air quality with an AQI of 350. Historical data shows a concerning trend of severe post-Diwali pollution regardless of firecracker restrictions, raising questions about the effectiveness of current pollution control strategies and highlighting the ongoing public health crisis in India's capital region.
Delhi's Air Quality Plunges to 'Very Poor' After Diwali Celebrations Despite Green Cracker Usage
Oct 21, 2025 10:35 am CST
Delhi experienced 'very poor' air quality with an AQI of 347 following Diwali celebrations, despite Supreme Court's allowance of green crackers. While slightly better than last year's post-Diwali readings, most monitoring stations across the city reported concerning pollution levels, with Wazirpur reaching the 'severe' category at 408. Green crackers, which produce 30% less pollution than conventional ones, were permitted in designated time slots as authorities attempted to balance tradition with public health concerns.
Delhi's Air Quality Plunges to 'Very Poor' Levels During Diwali Celebrations with AQI at 345
Oct 20, 2025 11:52 pm CST
Delhi experienced a significant deterioration in air quality during Diwali, with 34 of 38 monitoring stations recording 'very poor' to 'severe' pollution levels. The city's average AQI reached 345, with four stations already in the 'severe' category. Experts warn conditions may worsen further in the coming days despite implementation of pollution control measures.
Delhi Activates First Anti-Pollution Measures of the Season as Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor' Category
Oct 14, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Delhi authorities have implemented the first stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-1) as the city's Air Quality Index reached 211, entering the 'Poor' category. The Commission for Air Quality Management has ordered strict enforcement of dust control at construction sites, enhanced industrial inspections, and waste management protocols across Delhi and NCR. While September saw relatively clean air, experts warn that conditions typically worsen after Diwali, with forecasts predicting deteriorating air quality due to stagnant weather conditions.