Delhi Air Quality Plunges To Severe 444 AQI As Smog Chokes Capital Region

Air pollution in <b>Delhi-NCR</b> has reached alarming levels this season as the Air Quality Index breached <b>444 AQI</b> in several localities. Every winter, official claims fall short as stubble burning in neighboring states like <b>Punjab</b> continues unchecked. In response, authorities have planned measures like raising <b>parking fees</b> and altering office schedules, while <b>Delhi Metro</b> runs 20 extra daily trips. Common citizens are forced to breathe toxic air daily while temporary palliatives fail to address annual systemic neglect. How long will residents pay with their health while officials rely on short-term fixes?