Delhi has been officially named the most polluted city in India for the winter season of 2024-25, registering an average PM2.5 concentration of 159 micrograms per cubic meter. The National Capital Region, including several other cities, also ranked among the top 10 for high pollution levels. Urgent measures and initiatives are crucial to combat and minimize the hazardous effects of pollution in the region. Prioritizing efforts to reduce pollution is imperative to safeguard public health and the environment.