Bhumi SLAMS firecracker bursting in Mumbai after pollution pushes AQI above 400
The aftermath of Diwali in Mumbai painted a grim picture of air quality as pollution levels surged overnight. According to recent AQI readings, nine monitoring stations exhibited poor air quality largely due to the extensive use of firecrackers. Although the city's overall AQI was classified as moderate, several areas witnessed troubling peaks, inciting worries over the potential health risks posed to both susceptible residents and local wildlife.