Even Before Diwali, Delhi-NCR Had Worse Pollution Levels Than Last Year: Study

What happened: A Centre for Science and Environment analysis found air pollution in Delhi-NCR worsened during the onset of winter this year, from October to mid-November, compared with last year. Why it matters: The study reports the deterioration occurred even before Diwali, indicating pollution levels were already higher ahead of the festival period.

A Centre for Science and Environment analysis found air pollution in Delhi-NCR worsened during the onset of winter this year, from October to mid-November, compared with last year.

The study reports the deterioration occurred even before Diwali, indicating pollution levels were already higher ahead of the festival period.