India, Dec. 28 -- Singer Rabbi Shergill mesmerised music lovers in Lucknow and expressed his appreciation for the city's fresher air, a contrast to his hometown, Delhi. While the AQI in the national capital has been in the 350-400 plus range in some areas, Lucknow's levels, though above 200, are comparatively better.

"Dilli and Lucknow are very similar as this city has an extension of Mughal culture. But, bahut hairani ki baat hai humein Dilli main saans nahi aati aur hum yahan khuli hawa mein saans le rehe hain!" said the singer.

"So, Lucknowwallon, you should be thankful to your government and people. In Delhi, we are not able to move out of our rooms. We use two purifiers in our room, so you guys are very lucky," Rabbi said after ope...