India's Capital Chokes as Air Pollution Levels Hit 50 Times the Safe Limit
Briefly

New Delhi has implemented drastic measures, including shutting schools and limiting vehicle access, as air pollution reached alarming levels exceeding WHO safe limits by over 50 times.
With a spike in air pollution attributed to seasonal factors and agricultural practices, the city's authorities are enforcing a comprehensive action plan to combat deteriorating air quality.
Hazardous air conditions in New Delhi point to serious public health risks, prompting authorities to advise vulnerable populations against outdoor exposure amid enforced restrictions on traffic and construction.
As the pollution intensifies due to industrial emissions and residual crop burning, the city faces substantial challenges in maintaining air quality standards and protecting residents' health.
Read at time.com
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