Air Quality 'Very Poor' Across Haryana, 'Poor' in Punjab After Diwali Celebrations
Haryana recorded severe air pollution post-Diwali with Jind (421) and Dharuhera (412) being India's most polluted cities. Twenty-two state locations reported poor to severe AQI levels. Gurugram and Faridabad crossed 400 AQI, prompting GRAP 2 implementation. Over 150 sought medical help for breathing issues as firecracker violations and stubble burning worsened air quality.