New Delhi Air Quality Hazardous After Diwali 2025

Diwali fireworks and stubble burning drove New Delhi’s air quality to hazardous levels, with AQI soaring and PM2.5 spiking. Authorities issued health advisories, restricted outdoor activities, and announced school curbs, as smog reduced visibility and delayed flights. Hospitals reported respiratory complaints. Officials are monitoring winds and potential restrictions on traffic and construction as the closely watched pollution episode unfolds today.