Delhi's air quality plummets ahead of Diwali
Delhi's air quality has dropped again, with the city averaging an AQI of 254—firmly in the "poor" zone.
Areas like Anand Vihar, Wazirpur, and Jahangirpuri are seeing "very poor" air, while other spots aren't far behind.
The pollution spike comes right before Diwali, making things tough for everyone heading outdoors.
Neighboring areas also facing pollution crisis
It's not just Delhi—places like Noida, Ghaziabad, and Gurugram are dealing with similar or even worse air. Only Faridabad is catching a break with better numbers.
With no rain or wind expected soon, the bad air is likely to stick around.
Doctors advise on how to cope with bad air
Doctors warn that rising pollution especially affects kids and older people, making asthma and breathing issues worse.
Dr. Sharad Joshi points to crop burning, car fumes, and fireworks as main culprits.
He suggests limiting outdoor time, using N95 masks and air purifiers indoors—basically anything to help your lungs out until things clear up.