Delhi air quality worsens after Diwali, reaches severe levels in multiple areas

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Delhi's air quality has worsened significantly after Diwali, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) exceeding 400 in several areas, marking them as 'severe.' Notable locations include Anand Vihar at 433 and Vivek Vihar at 426. The city's average AQI reached 373 on Monday morning, a drop from the previous day. Conditions such as low wind speeds and temperatures are expected to worsen pollution, with smog forecasted until Wednesday. Despite a decrease in stubble burning's impact, Delhi recorded its highest AQI of the season at 382 on Sunday. The Commission for Air Quality Management has implemented measures to address pollution, including penalties for violators and increased road dust control efforts.


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