Diwali, the festival of lights is not just limited to food and fun. People burst crackers despite a ban, leading to severe pollution in the morning. Severe smog blanketed the national capital, and smoke has led to almost zero visibility.
According to the real-time data provided by the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research, Delhi's air quality index, or AQI has soared to 359 at 6:30 am, which falls under the "very poor" category. The AQI on the morning of Diwali was at 328. Many residents have complained of eye irritation and allergies due to smoke and dust.
While you may overlook these discomforts during the festivities - symptoms like dryness, itchiness, and redness can intensify afterward causing a lot of trouble, especially among children. According to doctors, these symptoms signal inflammation and may cause significant discomfort, potentially triggering allergic reactions, and endangering children’s eyes. “Bright lights, sparklers, and fireworks can all be quite dangerous.
These are the crucial actions parents should take to guarantee their child's eye safety this holiday season,” Dr. Mubashir Parkar, Consultant Ophthalmologist, at Dr Agarwal's Eye Hospital, told Times Now. Common post-Diwali eye problems Apart from dryness and itching, dust particles and smoke emissions negatively impact your glands responsible for eye moisture, resulting in excessive dryness and discomfort.
It also leads to severe redness and watering, resulting in the overpr.