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Toxic smog engulfs New Delhi after Diwali fireworks

Published : Sunday, 8 November, 2026 at 1:45 PM

Observer Online Report

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A thick layer of toxic smog covered the Indian capital on Sunday (November 8) morning following widespread firecracker usage during Diwali celebrations, sending air quality levels plunging into the "severe" category across several areas.

According to Indian media outlet The Week, locations including Jahangirpuri, Punjabi Bagh, and RK Puram recorded the worst air quality levels in the city, alongside deteriorating air conditions in surrounding suburban regions.

Air Quality Index (AQI) levels in Jahangirpuri, Punjabi Bagh, and RK Puram crossed the 400 mark, with Jahangirpuri recording a peak AQI level of 450.

Under the classification system of India’s Central Pollution Control Board, an AQI between 0 and 50 is considered 'good', 51 to 100 'satisfactory', 101 to 200 'moderate', 201 to 300 'poor', 301 to 400 'very poor', and 401 to 500 'severe'.

The Air Quality Early Warning System for Delhi issued an advisory stating that atmospheric conditions and heavy pollution levels in the capital are likely to persist for the next two days.

The Supreme Court of India had previously restricted the use of firecrackers in New Delhi to eco-friendly "green crackers", permitting their use only on November 7 and 8 while prohibiting midnight displays. A total ban on all types of firecrackers in the capital comes into effect from November 9.

-EM

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