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UP CM Yogi Adityanath defended Diwali crackers, even as home turf Gorakhpur's AQI topped 800.

Name: UP CM Yogi Adityanath defended Diwali crackers, even as home turf Gorakhpur's AQI topped 800.
Uploaded: 2026-11-11T08:05:41+00:00
Description: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defended the use of firecrackers during Diwali, questioning those who raise pollution concerns only during festivals. His remarks came as his home district, Gorakhpur, recorded an AQI above 800 on Diwali, according to AQI.in.

Published 11 November 2026

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath defended the use of firecrackers during Diwali, questioning those who raise pollution concerns only during festivals. His remarks came as his home district, Gorakhpur, recorded an AQI above 800 on Diwali, according to AQI.in.

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Producer: Spot On
Topics: Environment and displacement, Government accountability
Last updated: 11 November 2026