India’s national capital is yet again reeling under its annual air pollution crisis, with air quality index (AQI) crossing well over 350 across Delhi-NCR on December 18. Parts of Delhi, Gurugram and Noida remained covered under a thick blanket of toxic smog, making commute difficult, and raising serious health concerns for the residents. Meanwhile, the government kicked in new pollution control measures under the GRAP-IV plan — banning all vehicles except with BS-VI emission standards from entering Delhi, and prohibiting all construction activity in the national capital. The Delhi schools have also shifted to hybrid mode of education, with offices running on 50% in-person occupancy. The Supreme Court also grilled the Delhi government, calling the pollution curbs late and a “total failure”. Meanwhile, a debate on air pollution, slated to happen in the Lok Sabha today, was postponed after the House was adjourned early. China also shared tips with India, calling air pollution a “shared problem”.
Why has air pollution become the new norm in Delhi? Why is the government unable to find a permanent solution for the issue? And, when will Delhi finally breathe clean air? On Vantage tonight, Palki Sharma tells you more about Delhi’s air crisis.
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