Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:43am on 22 Oct 2025,Wednesday Weather & Environment
Delhi's air quality plummeted to the 'very poor' category following Diwali celebrations, with some areas recording 'severe' levels. The overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 338 as of 8 AM on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Notably, Punjabi Bagh and Wazirpur had AQIs of 433 and 401, respectively, both in the 'severe' category. The spike in pollution is attributed to widespread firecracker use beyond the stipulated time, leading to a toxic mix of pollutants and heavy metals. Experts warn of worsening conditions due to factors like stubble burning and unfavorable meteorological conditions. (PC: PTI)
