Air Pollution: Spike in Delhi, Mumbai, Gurugram, Noida and more
Due to increasing air pollution, burning sensation in the eyes, constant breathing problems and foul smell in the air are some of the common experiences across Delhi and other metros
Air Pollution in Delhi, Mumbai
Each year around November, the air quality levels start dropping to dangerous levels in North India coupled with toxic fumes from the burning stubble in the fields of Haryand and Punjab
Air Pollution in India
- Difficulty in breathing - Lung diseases - Dementia - Heart diseases - Impact on foetal health of pregnant women - Irritation in eyes, ears etc.
Effects of Air Pollution
Smoke from burning stubble makes up for up to 45% of Delhi’s pollution - IQAir’s World Air Quality Report
Delhi - 14.6% increase in PM2.5 concentration in 2021
Air Pollution Due To Stubble Burning
- Stringent norms for fuel and vehicles - Promoting the use of e-vehicles - Public transport fleet modernisation - Using clean fuels such as Hydrogen and Nitrogen - More bypass links
Solutions To Curb Air Pollution
- Strict implementation of Air pollution Act 1981 - Stringent emission standards for industries - Mandate the use of clean fuels
How To Curb Air Pollution
- LPG must replace 'choolahs', traditional Indian fire stoves - Finding alternatives to stubble burning
How To Curb Air Pollution
- Wear face masks - Avoid going outdoors early morning and late night - Install air purifiers at home and work places - Plant special air purifying plants across home
Prevention From Air Pollution
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