The Festival of Lights has arrived, ushering in the beauty, warmth, and joy synonymous with Diwali, also known as Deepavali. This cherished celebration, embraced widely by the Hindu community, illuminates homes and neighborhoods with glowing lamps, vibrant decorations, and cheerful gatherings. This year, an enchanting video showcasing the dazzling Diwali lights of Noida has gone viral on Instagram, delighting viewers and capturing the essence of the festive season.
Noida Shines Bright
Posted by the Instagram account Noidagram, the viral video offers a stunning aerial view of Noida, aglow with festive lights and highlighting several notable residential buildings. The caption encourages viewers to identify their societies, asking, “Can you spot your society? Has Noida ever looked more beautiful? Here are the 2024 Diwali Lights of Noida. We traveled to capture the most stunning buildings in Noida and Greater Noida West.” The clip has garnered over 200,000 views, sparking an enthusiastic reaction from the online community.
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Social media users have shared their appreciation for Noida’s remarkable light display. One commenter exclaimed, “Absolutely breathtaking! Noida appears magical from above, resembling a city of dreams.” Another remarked, “Such beauty! This video perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Diwali.” Reflecting on the stunning visuals, one user noted, “Noida has never looked so magnificent. You’ve made us fall in love with our city all over again!”
Air Quality Concerns in Delhi
While Noida basks in its festive celebrations, nearby Delhi is grappling with serious pollution issues. On Diwali morning, Anand Vihar recorded “severe” air quality, with the Air Quality Index (AQI soaring to 419 and peaking at 500, mainly due to PM10 pollutants. The 24-hour average AQI in Delhi reached 307, a significant rise from the 268 reported the previous Tuesday. Experts from the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) have warned that air quality in Delhi may worsen in the coming days, likely remaining in the “very poor” category (AQI 300-400).
Neighboring regions like Ghaziabad, Gurugram, Greater Noida, and Noida reported “poor” air quality, while Faridabad recorded a “moderate” AQI of 181. Last Diwali, on November 12, Delhi enjoyed its cleanest celebration in eight years, with an AQI of 218. This year, however, authorities are on high alert and have committed to taking strict action against those who violate the firecracker ban to help reduce pollution levels during the festive season.