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Delhi's Air Quality Hits 441 AQI After Diwali Fireworks
✍️ Aaj Tak
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 08:19 AM
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The air in Delhi and surrounding NCR areas turned severely polluted on Monday morning, with an average AQI of 366 and several stations recording values above 400, peaking at 449 in Sonia Vihar.
Monday morning saw Delhi and the National Capital Region grappling with some of the worst air quality in recent years, a direct consequence of the fireworks that marked the end of Diwali.
The central monitoring agency reported an average AQI of 366 for the city, while 15 stations recorded readings that surpassed the hazardous 400‑level threshold. Sonia Vihar registered the highest value of 449, indicating a severe smog event.
The dense haze and fog reduced visibility across many parts of the NCR, making travel difficult and raising concerns among residents and commuters.
Health officials urged people, especially those with respiratory conditions, to stay indoors and use air purifiers. The government also advised the public to wear masks and limit outdoor activities until the air quality improves.
The central monitoring agency reported an average AQI of 366 for the city, while 15 stations recorded readings that surpassed the hazardous 400‑level threshold. Sonia Vihar registered the highest value of 449, indicating a severe smog event.
The dense haze and fog reduced visibility across many parts of the NCR, making travel difficult and raising concerns among residents and commuters.
Health officials urged people, especially those with respiratory conditions, to stay indoors and use air purifiers. The government also advised the public to wear masks and limit outdoor activities until the air quality improves.