NCR's air quality has remained in the 'very poor' category, creating significant challenges for public health and daily life

The Centre's Decision Support System (DSS) for Air Quality Management estimated 21.6 per cent pollution from vehicular emissions. Stubble burning contributed 5.8 per cent of the pollution on Tuesday. But no data was provided for Wednesday, as per a PTI report.

Delhi residents affected by the rapidly worsening pollution levels expressed that government intervention could help address.

Delhi is experiencing very poor air quality, with some areas reaching severe levels. The Air Quality Index numbers are above 300 and even above 400 in some locations. Lack of rainfall and emissions have worsened the situation.

A layer of haze covered the national capital as the air quality continued to remain in the 'Very Poor' category, in several areas in Delhi, as per the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The Air Quality Index (AQI) of Delhi hit 349 on Saturday.

Delhi’s air quality stayed in the "very poor" category for the sixth consecutive day on Friday, while the city experienced its coldest night of the season with the temperature dropping to 9

November is recorded as the second most polluted penultimate month, with an average AQI of 375, just below 376 in 2021. Delhi saw eight 'severe' days, including two 'severe-plus' days, with no rainfall to alleviate pollution levels.