Post-Diwali Air Quality in Delhi Dips to 'Poor' Despite Firecracker Ban

Violations of the ban and adverse weather conditions contribute to poor air quality; rainfall brings some relief.

• Despite a complete ban on firecrackers, Delhi's air quality index (AQI) post-Diwali stands at 286, with some areas recording 'very poor' air quality.
• Firecracker ban was violated in several areas of Delhi as people celebrated Diwali, contributing to the poor air quality.
• Stage IV of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been implemented in Delhi after air quality plummeted to the 'severe plus' category last week.
• Delhi government advised people to avoid outdoor morning and late evening walks, jogs, run, and physical exercise, especially during days with severe AQI.
• Rainfall in Delhi and surrounding areas brought some relief, improving the air quality from 'severe' to 'poor'.

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