Delhi-NCR Smog: AQI 'Severe', Visibility Near Zero, Flights Delayed

• Delhi-NCR engulfed in thick smog, with visibility plunging to near zero and an AQI of 433, categorized as 'severe'.
• An orange alert for dense fog was issued, with visibility dropping to 50 meters in parts of Delhi and zero in Hindon.
• Delhi's air quality reached its season's worst, with the 24-hour average AQI hitting 461 on Sunday.
• Flights at Delhi airport faced minor delays due to reduced visibility, prompting airlines to issue advisories.
• CAQM criticized the DDA for "recurring negligence" in road maintenance, contributing to dust pollution.

Why It Matters: Severe smog in Delhi-NCR threatens health, disrupts travel, and daily life.