Delhi, Mumbai and surrounding areas have registered record pollution levels in the last few days, with the National Capital Region (NCR) struggling to breathe, shrouded under thick, poisonous smog. As the city faces a health emergency, here’s what centre, state and citizens can do to combat air pollution.
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The national capital, Delhi, woke up to a thick layer of smog blanketing the city with the Air Quality Index (AQI) at 380, falling under the 'very poor' category.
The government plans a phased rollout, funded through the environment cess, though exact installation timelines have not been announced.
Air quality in and around Bhakti Park and Wadala Truck Terminal (TT) has plummeted in recent weeks, with AQI levels soaring beyond 300 - classified as "severe".
His post quickly became popular among people who have experienced similar health and safety concerns while living in Delhi.
Commuter awareness rises after Delhi's BS-VI and No PUC, No Fuel enforcement; fuel sales dip in border areas, PUC queues remain steady, says DPDA president.
India's lawmakers were supposed to discuss the horrid blanket of toxic air smothering the national capital region sometime during Parliament's winter session, which wrapped up Friday. But they could not find the time.
After the fourth T20I between India and South Africa in Lucknow was abandoned due to 'excessive fog', concerns regarding Air Quality Index (AQI) has been raised ahead of the fifth T20I in Ahmedabad.
Delhi's 'No PUC, No Fuel' directive came into force across the national capital on Thursday amid claims of strict enforcement

