Air Quality Concerns in Delhi and Other Major Cities

Nov 17, 2021

The air quality in Delhi and other major cities is a cause for concern. Despite the fact that some causes of this poor air quality could be addressed or even prevented, such as the burning of crops, citizens are exposed to poor air quality year after year.

India has made a commitment at the 26th UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) to tackle its emissions with a net zero approach by the year 2070. While this is a positive step, it is unlikely to have a significant impact on air pollution and the improvement of living conditions in the near future.

The severity of the pollution problem is such that schools and colleges in Delhi have had to be shut down as the pollution worsens.

Air pollution is a global issue, causing an estimated seven million deaths worldwide every year. Data from the World Health Organization (WHO) shows that almost all of the global population (99%) breathe air that exceeds guideline limits.

One of the members had earlier pointed out a BBC news article to initiate this discussion in the convention.

The section below documents a conversation in the convention highlighting the environmental concerns related to the pollution in the Yamuna River and the deteriorating air quality. The user expresses distress over the current state of these environmental aspects.

Summary

The user is expressing concern over two major environmental issues:

1. Pollution in the Yamuna River: The Yamuna River, one of the largest and most significant rivers in India, is facing severe pollution issues. The user's comment indicates a high level of concern about the current state of the river.

2. Air Quality: The user also mentions the poor air quality, which is a global concern. Air pollution has severe impacts on both human health and the environment.

The member's comments reflect a sense of urgency and distress about the state of the environment, emphasizing the need for immediate action to address these issues.