Delhi air turns toxic after Diwali, AQI crosses 400 in several areas
New Delhi: After Diwali, air pollution levels rose sharply in Delhi-NCR. On Monday morning, the Air Quality Index (AQI) crossed 400 in several parts of the capital. Smoke from fireworks left a thick layer of haze over Delhi’s sky, forcing people to breathe toxic air.
Pollution levels remained extremely severe in Delhi’s Sonia Vihar, Jahangirpuri and several nearby areas. At some monitoring stations, the AQI was recorded above 450. Visibility on roads was also affected because of smoke and haze. People going for morning walks and exercising in open spaces faced difficulties.
According to experts, fine particles and toxic gases released by firecrackers cause a sudden rise in air pollution. Along with this, vehicular smoke, dust from construction work, industrial emissions and adverse weather conditions also keep pollution levels high for a longer period.
Poor air can have the greatest impact on children, the elderly and people suffering from respiratory and heart-related diseases. Health experts have advised people to avoid going outdoors in the morning and late evening, limit physical activities in the open and keep track of pollution levels.
The deterioration in air quality after Diwali has once again raised questions over pollution-control measures in Delhi-NCR. How quickly the capital gets relief from toxic air will now depend on weather conditions and administrative steps.
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