Delhi's air quality hits 'severe' zone on Dhanteras

India Oct 18, 2025

Delhi woke up to seriously bad air this Dhanteras morning, with Anand Vihar's AQI hitting 390 and Wazirpur close behind at 362—both in the "severe" zone.
With winter settling in and Diwali just around the corner, experts warn things could get even worse because of firecrackers and stubble burning in neighboring states like Punjab and Haryana.

Experts warn of further dip in AQI

According to the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, PM10 levels have been dangerously high for days, putting kids and people with breathing issues at extra risk.
Dwarka saw a slightly better AQI of 280, but that's still not great.
The bottom line: air quality is likely to dip further after Diwali, so it's a good time to stay alert and take care of your lungs.