Delhi AQI Nears 400 on Diwali Night as Firecracker Smoke Engulfs NCR: Check City-Wise Pollution Levels

Delhi-NCR woke up to a thick layer of smoke and smog after Diwali celebrations on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Firecracker emissions added to the region’s existing pollution, reducing visibility across several areas and raising concerns about public health. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) data cited by NDTV, Delhi’s overall Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 373 at 11:05 pm on November 8, placing it in the very poor category. Several monitoring locations, including Alipur, Bawana, Burari, Chandni Chowk, Mundka, Punjabi Bagh, Rohini and Vivek Vihar, recorded AQI readings above 400, falling in the severe category. Here is the latest Delhi-NCR AQI report, city-wise pollution data and the reasons behind the deterioration in air quality.

Delhi AQI on Diwali Night 2026

Delhi-NCR AQI on Diwali Night: Check City-Wise Pollution Levels

Pollution also remained high in neighbouring cities of the National Capital Region. According to the CPCB data reported by NDTV, the following readings were recorded at 11:05 pm on November 8.

Which Delhi Areas Recorded AQI Above 400 on Diwali?

Although Delhi’s overall AQI remained below 400 at 11:05 pm, several monitoring locations recorded readings in the severe category.

Delhi AQI on November 9: Air Quality Deteriorates After Diwali

The pollution situation remained concerning on Monday morning, November 9, as firecracker emissions added to the existing pollution burden. According to CPCB data reported by Hindustan Times, Delhi’s AQI stood at 366 at 6:15 am on November 9, remaining in the very poor category. The city’s average AQI for November 8 was 376, compared with 369 on November 7.