What caused the air pollution spike in Noida and Ghaziabad?

The buildup to Diwali celebrations, with increased shopping, traffic, and fireworks, along with unfavorable weather conditions like slow wind speeds, led to the worsening air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad.

How does the air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad compare to previous years?

The average Air Quality Index (AQI) in October 2025 was the highest in the last 5 years, reaching 236 in Noida and 227 in Ghaziabad.

What measures are authorities taking to address the pollution crisis?

The state government has directed officials to implement the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP), increase public awareness, and deploy additional resources like mechanized road sweepers and night patrols in industrial areas.

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Noida and Ghaziabad Suffocate Under Worst Air Pollution in 5 Years

9 Nov

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Summary

October 2025 saw the poorest air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad in the last 5 years
Diwali celebrations and excessive traffic blamed for worsening pollution
Authorities urged to implement strict anti-pollution measures

Noida and Ghaziabad Suffocate Under Worst Air Pollution in 5 Years

According to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), the air quality in Noida and Ghaziabad during October 2025 was the poorest in the last 5 years. Noida recorded an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 236, while Ghaziabad logged 227 - significantly higher than the previous years.

Experts say the deterioration was likely due to a combination of factors. Ritesh Tiwari, regional officer of the UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) in Noida, noted that the buildup to Diwali celebrations, which fell in October this year, led to increased shopping, traffic, and fireworks - all major contributors to air pollution. Ankit Kumar, UPPCB's regional officer in Ghaziabad, added that unfavorable weather conditions, such as slow wind speeds, also caused pollutants to accumulate in the cities' air.