Chennai air quality worsens after Deepavali, several parts of city report elevated pollution
Air pollution levels in Chennai have climbed sharply following Deepavali celebrations, with the city’s average Air Quality Index (AQI) reaching 159. Several parts of the city have reported elevated pollution levels despite intermittent rainfall during the festive period. Residents across Chennai celebrated Deepavali by bursting firecrackers, with celebrations beginning on Wednesday and continuing into Thursday morning. Firecracker activity was particularly… Continue reading "Chennai air quality worsens after Deepavali, several parts of city report elevated pollution"