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Bollywood Star Calls for Greener Diwali Celebrations Amid Delhi's Air Crisis
21 Oct
Summary
- Delhi-NCR's air quality reaches 'severe' levels on Diwali
- Actor Vaani Kapoor expresses concern over hazardous AQI of 447
- Vaani urges finding ways to celebrate Diwali without harming air quality
On October 21st, 2025, as Delhi-NCR residents celebrated the festival of Diwali, the city's air quality has taken a severe turn for the worse. The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the region has reached a concerning level of 447, which falls under the 'severe' category and can seriously impact even healthy individuals, let alone those with existing illnesses.
Amid the festivities, Bollywood actor Vaani Kapoor, who was celebrating Diwali with her family in the city, has expressed her concerns over the deteriorating air quality. In her Instagram Stories, Vaani wrote, "Woke up to Delhi's AQI touching 447, one of the highest in the world today. Maybe next year, we find a way to celebrate without dimming the air we breathe."
The Central Pollution Control Board has stated that an AQI between 401-500 is considered 'severe', and Stage 2 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) has been implemented to impose strict anti-pollution measures in a bid to curb the further deterioration of air quality. However, Vaani's message highlights the need for a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to celebrating Diwali in the future, ensuring that the festivities do not come at the cost of the city's air quality.
