Science For Everyone: Why Delhi Air Pollution Is So Severe, And What Needs To Be Done

Science For Everyone: This week, in ABP Live's science column, we explain why air pollution in Delhi has been so severe since early November, what its link to climate change is, and what must be done.

Delhi Air Pollution: The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Jahangirpuri, Delhi, as of 9:00 pm IST on November 13, 2023, was 999. This is considered "hazardous". The AQI has been determined based on PM10 levels. ( Image Source :Getty )

Delhi Air Pollution: Welcome back to "Science For Everyone", ABP Live's weekly science column. Last time, we discussed what the black coloured dust-like substance found on onions and garlic is, and if it is dangerous. This week, we explain why air pollution in Delhi has been so severe since early November, what its link to climate change is, and what measures need to be taken to combat it.  The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Jahangirpuri, Delhi, as of 9:00 pm IST on November 13, 2023, was 999.