Delhi's Air Quality Deteriorates Amid Rising Pollution

• Delhi's AQI hit a 'poor' 175 on October 15, following two consecutive days of poor air quality.
• Farm fires in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh have surged, contributing to the pollution.
• GRAP Stage 1 measures have been implemented, focusing on dust mitigation and waste management.
• Firecracker ban imposed in Delhi until January 1 to curb pollution.
• Chandigarh's AQI worsened, with stubble burning contributing to the spike in pollution levels.

Source: Mint, Hindustan Times, Ndtv, Hindustan Times