A thick layer of smog has engulfed the Indian capital, Delhi, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) plummeting to 361, which is classified as 'Very Poor' at 8 a.m., according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Residents of the city have reported significantly reduced visibility on the roads, alongside a range of health issues, including irritation in the eyes, running noses, breathlessness, and persistent coughs.