Air Pollution Jumps 106% in Bengaluru Amid Deepavali; Birds Die from Firecracker Noise

Air pollution levels in Bengaluru have risen by 106% due to Deepavali firecrackers. Environmental expert Ravinarayana stated that the firecrackers are causing severe distress to people suffering from asthma and respiratory issues. He also noted that birds are dying from the noise and smoke of the crackers, leading to environmental damage.