HealthPhoto: The HinduMumbai's Air Quality Index Rises to 278 on Diwali Night
Mumbai's Air Quality Index (AQI) rose sharply on Diwali, increasing from 131 at 1 p.m. to 278 by 10 p.m., moving from the 'moderate' to 'poor' category. Areas like Bhandup West and Borivali recorded AQI levels of 276 and 269 respectively. This rise contrasts with previous years' afternoon readings, which were higher. Delhi's AQI worsened to 'severe' with readings above 400, spreading smog to Mumbai and other cities. Changes in wind speed and direction influenced pollution levels, according to Professor Gufran Baig of NIAS.
The Hindu··Mumbai



