Thick smog shrouds New Delhi after Diwali firecrackers add to seasonal pollution
Thick smog shrouds New Delhi after Diwali firecrackers add to seasonal pollution
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A peak of air pollution occurred on Deepavali night, with data going missing at several government monitoring stations in Delhi. The sudden loss of data is at odds with the expected rise in pollution following the festival. The seasonal pollution in New Delhi is a recurring issue, with the city's toxic winter air returning annually. Residents of the city are affected by the poor air quality, with many suffering from respiratory issues. The city's residents will continue to face poor air quality until the winter months pass.
The government's monitoring stations are responsible for tracking the city's air quality, and the sudden loss of data has raised concerns about the accuracy of the readings. The opposition has called for an investigation into the matter, while the BJP has pointed to the long-standing issue of pollution in the city.
The city's residents will continue to face poor air quality until the winter months pass, with the government's efforts to improve air quality still ongoing.
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Smog blankets New Delhi as Diwali firecrackers worsen air qualityAl Jazeera · 9h ago
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Delhi's toxic winter air is backBBC · 11h ago
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What is causing the air pollution in New Delhi?
The seasonal pollution in New Delhi is a recurring issue, with the city's toxic winter air returning annually.
What is the government's response to the data loss?
The opposition has accused the government of data fraud, while the BJP has blamed '25 years of inaction' for the problem.
What happens next for the city's residents?
The city's residents will continue to face poor air quality until the winter months pass.
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