India, Nov. 8 -- Diwali is a festival of light, laughter, family, happiness, togetherness and lots of preparations to welcome and celebrate with our near and dear ones. This time, the Delhi government, under the guidance and leadership of PM Narendra Modi Ji, also did its preparations to ensure that the capital breathes easier. PM Narendra Modi Ji's Mission LiFE reminds us that protecting the environment is a commitment reflected in our everyday choices. This Diwali, we are taking that commitment forward through stronger pollution-control measures and Jan-Bhagidari.

We entered the ongoing festive season with encouraging gains. Delhi's average October Air Quality Index was 167, against 224 in 2025, its lowest October level since 2018. Fro...