DELHI: The Indian capital’s air quality levels plunged to “poor” on Wednesday, a day after the government initiated stricter measures to fight chronic air pollution. The state-run Central Pollution Control Board’s air quality index for New Delhi stood at 299, about six times the recommended level. While many factors contribute to the severe air pollution in New Delhi, researchers say crop burning in neighbouring states is responsible for almost 10 per cent of the city’s pollution. It is only during the latter season when Delhi’s air quality deteriorates because of specific meteorological conditions. Researchers say crop burning is responsible for almost 10% of the pollution in New Delhi.

Source: Pakistan Today October 16, 2019 10:52 UTC