Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:59am on 05 Nov 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
Delhi's air quality has plunged into the "severe" category following Diwali celebrations, despite the government's ban on firecrackers. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in several areas exceeded 400, with some locations like Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and Lajpat Nagar recording alarming levels of 910 and 959, respectively. The city's poor air quality is attributed to various factors, including stubble burning, industrial activities, and vehicle emissions, which account for 40% of PM2.5 emissions. This severe air pollution has serious health implications, with estimated deaths and economic losses mounting. Relief is unlikely in the short term.
