Dense smog over Delhi cityscape during Diwali festival

Delhi air quality worsens as illegal fireworks mark Diwali celebrations

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During the Hindu festival of Diwali, residents in Delhi set off fireworks despite court orders banning them. This led to severe air pollution levels, with many parts of the city recording air quality indices above 400. The event highlights ongoing challenges in managing air quality in a city of 20 million people.

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