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.