Delhi AQI hits 377 'very poor' as Diwali firework curbs take effect

Delhi's air quality index reached 377 ('very poor') on Wednesday, with firework restrictions now in force ahead of Diwali. The measure is a routine seasonal response, but the severity of current pollution levels underscores the scale of the annual crisis. The effectiveness of the curbs remains uncertain, as enforcement and weather conditions will determine whether AQI deteriorates further.

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