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Delhi AQI Hits 387, Half of Stations in Red Zone Ahead of Diwali
✍️ India Today
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 12:38 PM
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Air quality in Delhi has deteriorated significantly, with the AQI reaching 387 and half of the monitoring stations falling into the red category before the Diwali festival.
The air quality in the National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi has escalated to a severe level, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) recording a value of 387. This sharp rise in pollution levels has prompted concern as the city prepares for the upcoming Diwali celebrations.
Current data indicates that approximately half of the city's monitoring stations have shifted to the 'red' category, signaling hazardous air conditions. The deterioration in air quality poses potential health risks to residents, particularly those with respiratory issues, during this festive period.
As the Diwali festival approaches, the spike in pollution levels adds to the existing environmental challenges faced by the capital. Authorities and citizens are advised to take necessary precautions to mitigate the effects of poor air quality.
Current data indicates that approximately half of the city's monitoring stations have shifted to the 'red' category, signaling hazardous air conditions. The deterioration in air quality poses potential health risks to residents, particularly those with respiratory issues, during this festive period.
As the Diwali festival approaches, the spike in pollution levels adds to the existing environmental challenges faced by the capital. Authorities and citizens are advised to take necessary precautions to mitigate the effects of poor air quality.