India: Delhi chokes on most polluted Diwali eve in 10 years
Delhi was ranked as the world's most polluted major city on the eve of Diwali. Delhi's air pollution is expected to get worse in the coming days. DW has more.
Delhi experienced its worst air quality for Diwali eve in 10 years on Saturday, November 7, with a very poor air quality index (AQI) of 362, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The previous worst polluted pre-Diwali day was in 2016, when the AQI reached 404. The capital city's air quality is expected to turn severe on Sunday, as Diwali celebrations contribute to the pollution with large-scale burning of firecrackers.
The government has ordered schools to switch to online classes and encouraged people to work from home to mitigate the impact of the pollution.
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