Delhi Pollution: Toxic air quality in national capital is reducing life expectancy of residents at this whopping rate
Wednesday, 20 November 2024 This toxic smog is a recurring ordeal for over 30 million residents in Delhi and neighboring areas, with experts warning that the poor air quality is cutting the city's average life expectancy by seven years, as reported by the Guardian.
Delhi's air quality has reached hazardous levels, prompting GRAP 4 restrictions. With AQI surpassing 450, health risks are rising, leading to school closures, work-from-home mandates, and vehicle restrictions. Despite strong winds, pollution remains severe, especially in Mundka. The Delhi government...
Delhi AQI has reached "severe plus" levels of 500, making it dangerous for residents. Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai has sought the Centre's approval for artificial rain (cloud seeding) to combat..
Description: Delhi continues to grapple with hazardous pollution levels, as the Air Quality Index (AQI) remains in the 'Very Poor' category. Despite various efforts, air quality poses serious health..
Post-Diwali, Delhi's air quality plunged to "very poor" with an AQI of 361, significantly worse than last year's 218. RK Puram recorded the highest at 398, followed by other areas exceeding 395...