The air quality in many parts of Haryana and Punjab was also recorded in the ' very poor' category and the 'poor' bracket.

Chandigarh was the fifth most polluted city in the country as per the bulletin, with an average AQI of 372 at 4 pm; Delhi at 418, Hajipur (Bihar) at 417, Saharsa (Bihar) at 379, and Bhiwani (Haryana)

CHANDIGARH: For the first time this season, the Air Quality Index (AQI) of Chandigarh crossed the 400 mark, reaching 436 on Thursday evening, which is in the 'S

Chandigarh experiences alarming air pollution levels, becoming the second worst in India, worse than Delhi, as AQI rises to severe categories in multiple areas. Citizens face respiratory risks as particulate matter hits critical levels.

Delhi and its neighbouring cities are experiencing pollution levels that are at least 30-35 times the safe limit recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Every year, De