Delhi Pollution Update: Rising Smog and Fog
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Delhi, which is also called the heart of India, is once again surrounded by pollution this year. Every year during winter, the air quality of Delhi becomes so bad that even breathing becomes difficult. However, this time the situation seems to be much more dangerous than before.
At present, there is so much smog and fog spread across Delhi that the entire city is covered in it. People are finding it difficult to breathe, and many are afraid to step out of their homes.
Looking at the rising pollution and low visibility in Delhi, the Delhi government has taken some strict actions. The biggest and most important step among these is the closure of all schools so that children can be protected from this pollution.
According to air quality monitoring agencies, reports show that this time Delhi’s pollution has crossed all dangerous levels. Due to this situation, children and elderly people are facing serious breathing problems, and there is also a high risk of heart-related diseases.
School Closure to Protect Children
Keeping in mind the increasing pollution in Delhi and the health of children, the government has ordered the closure of all schools in Delhi NCR. The government has taken this decision by giving top priority to children’s health.
All classes from nursery to primary level have been closed, and some schools have started online classes so that children’s studies do not suffer.
With online classes, children’s education will not be affected, and they will also stay safe from this dangerous pollution. Young children and elderly people are at the highest risk from air pollution.
Doctors say that air pollution has a very harmful effect on the lungs of children and elderly people, and it also weakens their immunity.
Parents are also very satisfied with this decision of the government. Everyone wants their children to stay safe. Due to air pollution, children can fall sick, so this decision taken by the government is very good.
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Causes Behind Delhi’s Rising Pollution
Experts have explained multiple reasons due to which pollution is increasing so much in Delhi and the air quality is becoming worse day by day.
- Vehicles
Almost everyone in Delhi owns some kind of vehicle. Petrol and diesel vehicles release harmful smoke when they run on the roads, which causes major air pollution.
- Construction
Construction work is always going on in Delhi. To make Delhi a progressive city, construction takes place everywhere. Along with this, big companies and houses also carry out construction activities, due to which dust enters the air and causes pollution.
- Industrial Pollution
Factories and industrial areas use many harmful gases, which pollute the entire atmosphere.
- Stubble Burning
In neighbouring states like Punjab and Haryana, crops are burned during this time. The smoke mixes with the air and causes air pollution.
Government Steps to Control Air Pollution
To control air pollution, the Delhi government, along with pollution control authorities, has implemented several emergency measures under the Graded Response Action Plan so that pollution can be controlled.
Along with this, the government has put a temporary ban on construction activities. Restrictions have also been imposed on diesel and petrol vehicles. Water sprinkling has been ordered everywhere to control dust. People have been advised not to step out of their houses for some time to protect from the pollution.
Traffic police are also requesting people not to go out unless it is very necessary. Early morning and late-night travel has been strictly discouraged because fog is very dense during these hours.
Impact of Pollution
Due to heavy fog and smog, visibility on roads becomes very poor, increasing the risk of accidents. Because of high pollution, Delhi is completely covered in fog.
Many accident cases are coming forward due to pollution and fog. Schools and colleges in Delhi are getting disrupted because of rising pollution. Offices have been shifted to remote work. People are being appealed to stay indoors.
People’s health is also getting badly affected due to pollution, as it causes serious lung and heart problems. Because of this, medical expenses are increasing.
Many videos of fog in Delhi are going viral on social media, and people are commenting that Delhi has become like Dubai because it is completely covered in fog.
Environmental experts say that temporary measures are not enough. The government needs to take long-term strict actions such as:
- Better public transport
- Encouraging electric vehicles
- Controlling industrial emissions
- Large-scale tree plantation
Conclusion
Delhi’s air pollution brings some kind of crisis every year. Delhi needs to think about a permanent or long-term solution as soon as possible. It is worrying that schools and colleges have to be closed and people are being advised not to go out, which shows how serious the situation is.
To achieve clean and pollution-free air, along with the government, the public also needs to be careful. Personal safety is in our own hands. If the government and the public work together, this pollution can be defeated.
