AQI crisis: Delhi’s air pollution nearly doubles in November, rises to fourth most polluted city; Ghaziabad tops list

Delhi’s air pollution nearly doubled in November, making it India’s fourth most polluted city. Despite reduced stubble burning, PM2.5 levels soared, with 23 ‘very poor’ and six ‘severe’ days. Nine of the ten most polluted cities are in Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, highlighting the need for sector-specific emission cuts.