Delhi Pollution Crisis: Toxic Yamuna Foam, Poor AQI; Can Food Help Protect Against Smog?
Delhi is battling a twin environmental crisis as air quality slips into the poor category and toxic white foam blankets stretches of the Yamuna ahead of Chhath Puja. Vehicle emissions, construction dust, low wind speeds and unfavourable weather conditions continue to worsen pollution levels, even as authorities step up anti-smog measures and dust control efforts. In this report, NDTV tracks the pollution situation on the ground near Kalindi Kunj and examines the measures being taken to tackle the crisis. We also speak to nutritionist Lovneet Batra on how diet may help support the body during periods of high pollution, including the role of amla, ginger, beetroot and other antioxidant-rich foods. As Delhi-NCR faces mounting environmental concerns, how effective are the current measures, and what precautions can people take?
