As of last week, nowhere else on the planet has air so hazardous to human health, according to global air quality monitors. Anushree Fadnavis/ReutersCommuters step out in a foggy winter morning amid rising air pollution, on November 19, 2024 in Greater Noida, India. But experts say these efforts, which are rolled out every year, are merely temporary measures that don’t tackle the underlying causes of air pollution. But analysts say governments are focusing more on the emergency response rather than sustained efforts to improve air quality. While stubble burning during the winter harvest season exacerbates pollution levels, to solve the crisis, pollution needs to be tackled year-round, Dahiya said.

Source: Egypt Independent November 21, 2024 19:41 UTC