New Delhi Battles Hazardous Smog with School Closures and Stricter Measures

New Delhi is engulfed in toxic smog, with pollution levels exceeding WHO limits by over 50 times, primarily due to stubble burning, industrial emissions, and traffic. The hazardous air quality, exacerbated by cooler temperatures and stagnant winds, poses severe health risks, particularly to vulnerable populations. Despite the Supreme Court's ruling that clean air is a fundamental right, political disputes and ineffective measures have hindered significant progress in addressing the crisis.