CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Delhi is grappling with dangerously high levels of pollution, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) consistently falling into the ‘severe’ category. The toxic smog hanging over the city has reached levels that could force schools to shut down, as the health risks to children increase. The hazardous conditions are a result of a combination of factors, including vehicular emissions, industrial pollutants, and the seasonal practice of stubble burning in neighboring states. These factors contribute to the worsening smog, leaving Delhi’s air quality at an all-time low.
Schools may face temporary closures, as government authorities assess the potential risks to students’ health. Parents are expressing increasing concern about the effects of the smog on their children, with many advocating for immediate government intervention. Meanwhile, health experts are advising residents to limit outdoor activities and consider wearing masks to mitigate respiratory health risks. The worsening air quality has heightened calls for urgent, sustainable measures to address Delhi’s chronic pollution problem.
