Delhi Pollution: Toxic air quality in national capital is reducing life expectancy of residents at this whopping rate

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This toxic smog is a recurring ordeal for over 30 million residents in Delhi and neighboring areas, with experts warning that the poor air quality is cutting the city's average life expectancy by seven years, as reported by the Guardian.

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Published on November 18, 2024 -  03:30
Delhi Faces Dangerous Pollution, GRAP 4 Enforced, Schools Closed, WFH & Vehicle Restrictions | WATCH
Delhi's air quality has reached hazardous levels, prompting GRAP 4 restrictions. With AQI surpassing 450, health risks are rising, leading to school closures, work-from-home mandates, and vehicle restrictions. Despite strong winds, pollution remains severe, especially in Mundka. The Delhi government is also considering the odd-even scheme for vehicles. Hospitals are overwhelmed with patients suffering from respiratory problems, highlighting a major public health crisis. #DelhiPollution #GRAP4 #AirQualityCrisis #AQI #DelhiWeather #WorkFromHome #PollutionEmergency #HealthCrisis #DelhiGovernment #OddEvenScheme #OneIndia #OneIndiaNews ~HT.318~PR.362~ED.102~GR.344~

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