Air pollution over 50 times WHO limit in parts of Delhi as people defy ban on firecrackers on Deepavali
AI summary
Air pollution in Delhi surged to more than 50 times WHO limits after residents ignored the Supreme Court’s firecracker ban on Deepavali night. PM2.5 readings topped 750 µg/m³ in several locations, placing the city in a ‘very poor’ to ‘severe’ air quality category.
Key takeaways
- PM2.5 levels reached 760.99 µg/m³ at Akshardham, about 51 times the WHO limit.
- Similar spikes were recorded at Anand Vihar (767 µg/m³) and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (702 µg/m³).
- The Supreme Court allowed firecrackers only until 10 p.m., but many ignited them later.
- Winter low winds, temperature drop, and stubble burning also amplify Delhi’s air pollution.
Read the original at The Hindu
Community discussion (0)
No comments yet. Start the discussion.
Please log in to join the discussion.