The high AQI levels pose significant health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions. Prolonged exposure to 'very unhealthy' air can exacerbate asthma, chronic lung diseases, and heart conditions. The Delhi-NCR region remains a major pollution hotspot, with multiple locations featuring in the top 10 most polluted cities. The disparity in air quality across cities underscores the uneven distribution of pollution, with some areas experiencing significantly worse conditions than others.