Delhi’s Biggest Killer: Why There’s No Escape

Bhavreen Kandhari leads a public movement against severe air pollution in Delhi, where hundreds gather near the Indian parliament to protest the toxic air quality, which is worsened by vehicle emissions, farm fires, and industrial pollution. The deadly combination of harmful gases and particulate matter poses severe health risks, leading to respiratory and heart issues. Despite warnings from experts and reports on the alarming death toll due to air pollution, government measures remain inadequate, and farmers continue the harmful practice of crop burning. Medical professionals stress the urgent need for action, as the deadly effects of polluted air impact millions in the region, with no relief in sight.

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