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Delhi's Pollution Crisis: Green Crackers Approved Amid Health Concerns

10/16/2025

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Delhi remains the most polluted city globally, with PM2.5 above 480 µg/m³.
The Supreme Court of India allowed 'green crackers' for Diwali from licensed vendors.
Critics say these crackers still pose health risks.
The Central Pollution Control Board says Delhi's air quality is 'very unhealthy' with AQI above 200.
The Graded Response Action Plan has been activated, enforcing construction dust and vehicle-emission measures.

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Story summary

Delhi remains the most polluted city globally, with PM2.5 above 480 µg/m³.
The Supreme Court of India allowed 'green crackers' for Diwali from licensed vendors.
Critics say these crackers still pose health risks.
The Central Pollution Control Board says Delhi's air quality is 'very unhealthy' with AQI above 200.
The Graded Response Action Plan has been activated, enforcing construction dust and vehicle-emission measures.