Out of here in November: In Delhi-NCR, smog break is becoming the new annual vacation
Sunday, 5 November 2023 As Delhi-NCR continues to suffer from severe smog and air pollution, more people are opting for "pollution breaks" to escape the toxic environment. Many individuals and families are choosing to go on vacation to locations with cleaner air, such as Manali, Kolkata, Goa, and Kasauli. The annual spell of smog, caused by farm fires and other factors, has become a recurring problem in the region, prompting people to seek respite from the pollution. Travel companies are also benefiting from this trend, as more people are booking hotel stays and vacation packages in pollution-free areas.
Residents in Delhi woke up to a thick layer of smog following celebrations for the Hindu festival of lights, Diwali. The air quality dipped to the βvery poorβ category early on 13 November, with..