Mumbai, Oct. 17 -- Mumbai's air quality is expected to deteriorate sharply after Diwali this year, with environmental experts warning of a major pollution spike caused by firecracker emissions, dust and stagnant weather conditions.
Dr. Tuhin Banerji, scientist and member of the Bombay Environment Action Group (BEAG) said that due to weakened wind circulation and dry weather conditions, Mumbai's AQI is expected to cross 350 on several days, reaching the 'very poor' category.
According to data from the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR), Mumbai's overall Air Quality Index (AQI) breached the 100 mark on October 10, moving from the 'good' to the 'moderate' category for the first time since the end of the monsoo...