Air pollution is severe in Delhi; Restrictions on Diwali celebrations

New Delhi:  Air pollution is severe in Delhi. Air quality index recorded 262. The decrease in temperature and adverse weather conditions increase the level of pollution. In view of the air pollution crisis, the government has imposed restrictions on Diwali celebrations in Delhi.
Production, sale and bursting of firecrackers has been banned in Delhi to control air pollution on Diwali. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said strict action will be taken against those who burst firecrackers. Meanwhile green crackers with very low pollution levels are allowed.