Delhi's air pollution worsened after Diwali celebrations with smog levels reaching severe ranges despite firecracker restrictions.
Delhi air quality deteriorates as revellers mark Diwali with illegal fireworks
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Delhi's air quality deteriorated to 'very poor' levels on Monday after residents used illegal fireworks during Diwali, violating Supreme Court restrictions. The city ranked as the third-most polluted globally, with Lahore topping the list.
- Delhi recorded an air quality index of 370 at 9 a.m. on Monday, categorised as 'very poor'.
- The Supreme Court previously restricted Diwali fireworks to certified low-polluting types during limited hours.
- Lahore was the most polluted city globally with an AQI of 563, while Delhi was third.
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