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AQI slips to ‘severe’ in Delhi; Mumbai, Chennai wake up to smog morning after Deepavali

9 November 2026 — Delhi’s air quality plunged to the edge of the “severe” category on Monday as post-Deepavali pollution surged, with AQI readings above 400 across the capital and smog spreading to Mumbai, Lucknow and other major cities.

Key Developments and Verified Reports

According to reports verified by The Hindu, significant developments have unfolded surrounding this event. Officials and regional correspondents have noted active measures being deployed in response to the situation.

“All relevant stakeholders are actively monitoring the ongoing situation to ensure factual transparency and appropriate public measures,” reports confirmed.

Context and Regional Significance

This development comes amidst wider coverage of ongoing administrative, civic, and community updates across the region. Observers highlight the importance of timely reporting and authoritative updates as further inquiries proceed.

Further statements and official clarifications are expected to follow in upcoming bulletins.

Initial reporting and source attribution: The Hindu.