As Diwali approaches, Delhi's air quality continues to deteriorate, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) remaining in the ‘poor’ category for the sixth consecutive day. On Sunday, October 19, AQI levels ranged between 250 and 300 across most areas, while some locations recorded alarming levels as high as 426, falling into the ‘severe’ category. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), pollution levels in the national capital have been steadily rising in the lead-up to the festival of lights. According to CPCB classification, an AQI between 0–50 is considered ‘good’, 51–100 ‘satisfactory’, 101–200 ‘moderate’, 201–300 ‘poor’, 301–400 ‘very poor’, and 401–500 ‘severe’. Diwali 2025: Delhi Police Say Sale, Bursting of Green Crackers Allowed Only Between October 18–20, Warns No Other Firecrackers Will Be Permitted.

Delhi Wakes Up to ‘Poor’ Air Quality Again Ahead of Diwali 2025

Delhi AQI Plunges to 'Poor' Category

Akshardham Reports 'Severe' AQI Category

Delhi AQI in 'Poor' Condition Ahead of Diwali 2025

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