Delhi Air Quality Plunges as Annual Winter Pollution Haze Returns

Air quality in Delhi has deteriorated sharply with the onset of winter, prompting government pledges to curb the recurring pollution haze. The annual pattern of severe smog driven by crop burning, vehicle emissions, and construction dust is reasserting itself, with no immediate policy shift announced. This matters as prolonged exposure poses significant public health risks and could trigger emergency measures affecting economic activity.

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