Air quality worsened in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan after Diwali celebrations. The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 257 on Thursday morning at Sahu Nagar station, placing the city in the 'poor' category. The AQI rose from 157 to 257 in just three days following intense fireworks during Diwali and Govardhan Puja. The Pollution Control Board considers this a concern for Sawai Madhopur. Cities with AQI between 200-300 are classified as 'poor', while 300-400 is 'very poor'. The board hopes the city's green cover will help improve air quality in the coming days. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 12:36 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Air quality worsened in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan after Diwali celebrations
- The Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 257 on Thursday morning at Sahu Nagar station, placing the city in the 'poor' category
- The AQI rose from 157 to 257 in just three days following intense fireworks during Diwali and Govardhan Puja