Hours after Diwali celebrations, the air quality in Delhi deteriorated to “hazardous” levels.
On Monday, 13 November, AQI at Delhi’s Pusa crossed 970, while Anand Vihar touched 849. Overall, Delhi’s AQI stood at 275 in the “poor” category, according to the Air Quality Early Warning System.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data showed a similar pattern across the national capital region.
Noida had an AQI of 269 in the “poor” category on Monday morning, with PM 2.5 levels crossing 500. Gurugram’s PM 2.5 levels touched 500 too, with an AQI of 329 in the “very poor” category.