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Delhi records ‘very poor’ air quality on Diwali as AQI climbs to 376

Delhi's air quality was in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, but set to worsen after Diwali celebrations in the evening. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) for…

Delhi records 'very poor' air quality on Diwali as AQI climbs to 376
Delhi records 'very poor' air quality on Diwali as AQI climbs to 376 — image via Business Standard — Credit: Business Standard

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Delhi's air quality was in the 'very poor' category on Sunday, but set to worsen after Diwali celebrations in the evening. The average Air Quality Index (AQI) for the day settled at 376 in the 'very poor' category as a thick layer of smog enveloped the city and reduced visibility. The air quality is forecast to turn 'severe' on Monday following Diwali celebrations, combined with vehicular emissions, as well as…

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