Air quality in Delhi NCR worsens with severe pollution amid stubble burning concerns

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Delhi NCR experiences severe air pollution as Air Quality Index exceeds 400, driven by vehicular traffic, cracker emissions, and stubble burning in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. The Supreme Court questions current farm fire monitoring methods amid rising concerns over post-harvest pollution.

Delhi's air quality has deteriorated drastically this winter, with severe pollution reported at many monitoring stations despite restrictions and fewer farm fires in Punjab. Nearby cities are also affected, and doctors advise wearing N95 masks and avoiding outdoor activities.

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