New Delhi, Dec. 16 -- Several Congress leaders on Tuesday submitted Adjournment Motion notice in the Parliament seeking urgent discussion on the 'severe' air pollution affecting Delhi-NCR.

Congress MP Manickam Tagore submitted an Adjournment Motion notice in the Lok Sabha to discuss air pollution and requested the declaration of a National Public Health Emergency.

In his notice, Tagore cited the 24-hour average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 461 in Delhi, categorised as "Severe Plus," marking the highest level this season.

"I respectfully submit this letter seeking your kind consideration for the admission of an Adjournment Motion under Rule 56 of the Rules of Procedure and Conduct of Business in Lok Sabha on a matter of definite and urgen...