Goa, Nov. 9 -- Following Diwali celebrations, a thick layer of smoke blanketed the Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR), causing air quality to deteriorate into the 'severe' category across multiple locations. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) recorded an overall Air Quality Index (AQI) of 373 on Sunday night, with several stations-including Bawana, Mundka, Rohini, and Chandni Chowk-exceeding an AQI of 400. Furthermore, real-time monitoring displays went offline at several key locations during the surge in pollution levels.

The environmental crisis sparked political allegations between the BJP, AAP, and Congress:

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