India's apex pollution control body under MoEFCC
Mumbai’s citywide air quality index has surged to 379, in the “very poor” range, with PM2.5 levels around 277—over 18 times the WHO’s 24-hour guideline. The spike marks a reversal from October’s cleaner air, driven by a combination of weather patterns and pollutant sources.
Delhi faces its worst pre-Diwali air quality in years as AQI readings soar to very poor and hazardous levels. Officials urge online classes, work-from-home, and masks as residents confront prolonged smog amid weather that traps pollutants. Authorities promise restrictions and long-term plans to curb emissions.