The city of Delhi and the surrounding National Capital Region (NCR) have been enveloped in a thick, grey haze, raising serious concerns about air quality. Many residents have turned to social media to share alarming visuals and discuss the health risks associated with the pollution.
Adding to the conversation, a video featuring a foreign national named Shane, who recently traveled from Agra to Delhi, has gained significant attention. Shane described the smog as incredibly dense, stating that upon reaching Delhi, he found everything obscured by the thick haze. He reported that the pollution worsened as he got closer to the city, to the point where he could “barely see the sun anymore.”
Shane’s experience resonated with many online, sparking a wave of reactions and discussions about the persistent pollution crisis in Delhi. Users expressed frustration with the lack of effective solutions despite years of the problem persisting, highlighting the negative impact on the city’s international image. Some comments on social media conveyed the severity of the situation with stark comparisons, while others simply described it as an “apocalypse,” emphasizing that the impact extends beyond the local population.
Data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) indicates that Delhi’s Air Quality Index (AQI) reached a “very poor” level of 366 over the weekend. While it saw a slight improvement to 316 on Monday, the air quality remains a significant concern.