Delhi pollution: With PM2.5 at 999, here's what needs to be done

India has some of most polluted cities in the world, resulting in severe negative health impact on our citizens, particularly the poor, elders and children

Last few weeks were very important for all those interested in environmental issues: governments, corporations, and individuals particularly the young. The declarations and commitments made on Climate Change actions at COP26 summit in Glasgow reverberated around the world.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi committed India to the goal of becoming “Net Zero” by 2070. He recited “Om Sarve Bhavantu Sukhina- the Devine mantra of Peace for All” and proposed a Global Movement “Life Style for Environment”. His speech was exciting, visionary and farsighted.

But in contrast, living in Delhi, it was hard to be far sighted. In fact, visibility was severely