Protests have erupted in the Indian capital, New Delhi, as citizens take to the streets to demand urgent government action against the city’s escalating air pollution crisis. Air quality in the national capital has deteriorated to ‘severe’ levels over the weekend, triggering widespread public discontent. The situation has deteriorated to the point where the Air Quality Index (AQI) has crossed dangerous thresholds, prompting health advisories and restrictions on outdoor activities for vulnerable populations.
Residents have been voicing their frustration with what they perceive as a lack of effective measures to combat the pollution, which has become a recurring issue during the winter months. Environmental activists and local communities have accused the government of failing to implement long-term solutions to address the root causes of the problem, such as vehicular emissions, industrial waste, and construction dust. The protests have drawn participation from various sectors of society, highlighting the deepening public concern over the health and environmental impacts of the pollution crisis.