Air Pollution Levels Spike in Bengaluru After Diwali Celebrations

BLR Today 10 November 2026 at 8:55 am IST

Air pollution levels in Bengaluru have increased due to the effect of the Diwali festival. The city's Air Quality Index (AQI) reached 186 today, a significant rise compared to recent years. The pollution levels rose from 74 around 8 PM last night to 93 by 11 PM, according to the report.

Originally reported by Public TV Summarised from the source’s public news feed without altering the facts. Read the original report for the full story.

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Air Pollution Levels Spike in Bengaluru After Diwali Celebrations

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