The air quality in Gurugram, Delhi and other parts of the National Capital Region (NCR) continues to worsen, posing serious health risks to residents.

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.

People continued to breathe in polluted air across Delhi, as the city's average Air Quality Index (AQI) on Saturday pegged under the 'very poor' quality, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Delhi observed a 38% rise in garbage fires in October and November compared to last year, driven by negligence and reckless behavior such as burning trash. These fires pose health risks and exacerbate the city's air pollution,

Delhi AQI remains 'very poor', some areas slip into 'severe' levels and the Supreme Court on Thursday declined to ease the emergency measures outlined under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP),

Delhi's air quality 'very poor', second-lowest temperature recorded, with warmer-than-usual November, clear skies predicted.

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

Several areas in national capital witnessed 'Severe' air quality despite measures in place to curb air pollution.