Chennai faced severe smog and hazardous air quality, affecting daily life and causing the postponement of the Chennai Open final after players raised concerns about playing in heavy smog. Air quality levels improved the following day.
Post Diwali air pollution continues to cause concern in Punjab and Tamil Nadu with smog disrupting events
Post-Diwali air pollution continues to pose environmental challenges in Punjab and Tamil Nadu. Despite a reduction in farm fires due to new enforcement measures, over a thousand incidents were reported on Diwali day.
