Delhi's Air Pollution Crisis: A Call for Urgent Action

The Congress party criticized the Delhi government's handling of air pollution, likening it to 'slow poison.' Party leaders urged for discussions with stakeholders and suggested forming a committee to address this issue. Vehicular and industrial pollution are the major contributors, worsening Delhi's air quality and public health.

Delhi's air pollution has reached alarming levels, prompting the Congress party to label it as a 'slow poison.' The party has called for immediate action, urging discussions with all stakeholders, including the formation of a committee at the MP level to address the worsening environmental crisis.

Sandeep Dikshit, a Congress leader, criticized the joint BJP-AAP governance for indulging in populist politics while neglecting basic public facilities, which contributes to the city's deteriorating air quality. He highlighted vehicular and industrial emissions as primary pollutants, demanding accountability from the government.

Rahul Gandhi has joined the call for urgent measures, emphasizing the need for a strict action plan to tackle air pollution. He criticized the Modi government for its inaction and stressed the importance of investing in infrastructure and public transport to improve air quality in Delhi.