Delhi’s Post-Diwali Air Quality: Concerns, Causes, and Consequences
Short SummaryDelhi’s air quality took a sharp downturn after Diwali, with Air Quality Index (AQI) readings reaching alarming levels in the “hazardous” category. The combination of seasonal crop stubble burning, low wind speeds, and firecracker use during celebrations intensified pollution, making the air in Delhi and neighboring areas difficult to breathe. This annual issue raises…