Delhi's Air Pollution Nearly Doubles in Nov, 4th Most Polluted: CREA

• Delhi's air pollution nearly doubled in November, with PM2.5 levels reaching 215 micrograms per cubic meter.
• The national capital ranked as the fourth most polluted city in India in November.
• Stubble burning contributed only 7% to Delhi's pollution, significantly lower than the previous year.
• Ghaziabad was the most polluted city in India, recording a monthly average PM2.5 of 224 micrograms per cubic meter.
• Year-round sources like transport, industry, and power plants are identified as dominant drivers of pollution across cities.

Why It Matters: India's severe air pollution is widespread, driven by diverse sources, not just stubble burning.