New Delhi, Oct 17, 2025

The air pollution in Delhi has worsened, with the quality dropping to the ‘poor’ category even as the national capital eagerly prepares to celebrate Diwali with the Supreme Court-mandated green crackers within specified hours.

As of 8.00 a.m. on Friday, the average Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi stood at 240, indicating ‘poor’ air quality.

Among Delhi-NCR cities, the AQI levels were also concerning: Faridabad recorded 158, Gurugram 150, Ghaziabad 165, Greater Noida 148, and Noida 145. Most areas in the national capital reported AQI levels ranging between 200 and 300, reflecting moderate to poor air quality conditions.

At prominent locations like India Gate, a visible blanket of smog has enveloped the area, marking the early signs of the city’s annual winter po

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