Air pollution is on the rise during this time of the year because of Diwali celebrations and stubble burning especially in North India. Plus the arrival of winter leads to a drop in temperature causing the fog to combine with the smoke resulting in the formation of a less transparent visible air pollutant i.e. smog. No doubt the air quality index is very severe in many places. This is how you can celebrate Diwali while dealing with air pollution. · Dr Avi Kumar Consultant – Pulmonolgy Fortis Escorts Heart Institute suggests keep an inhaler within reach. Crackers emit suspended particles