Despite customary Diwali smog that enveloped the city, Kolkata fared better in terms of pollution compared to other urban centres. According to data by central authorities, AQI at midnight on Monday was 227 in Victoria Memorial area, 190 in Bidhannagar, 166 in Ballygunge, and 198 in Jadavpur. Lower readings were noted near Rabindra Bharati University at 134 and in Belur at 166.