Haryana's air turns toxic ahead of Diwali: AQI crosses 300 in 5 cities; Bahadurgarh among worst hit
Air quality in several Haryana cities is deteriorating, with Bahadurgarh reporting an alarming AQI of 371. The Haryana State Pollution Control Board is taking enforcement actions against 23 establishments violating pollution control regulations. In Jhajjar district, an illegal operation for burning plastic was discovered, leading to arrests and material seizures. Authorities have warned that pollution could worsen around Diwali due to firecracker usage.