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Supreme Court terms vehicular emissions major contributor to air pollution in Delhi-NCR

The Hindu Nov 07, 2026 at 10:36 AM IST India
Supreme Court terms vehicular emissions major...

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The Supreme Court identified vehicular emissions as the primary driver of Delhi-NCR's severe air pollution, with AQI levels reaching 391. The bench emphasized the need for immediate regulatory measures and noted that poor populations suffer most from the deteriorating air quality.

Key takeaways

  • The Supreme Court identified vehicular emissions as the major contributor to Delhi-NCR air pollution.
  • Delhi's overall AQI reached 391, with Rohini recording the worst level at 475.
  • The bench expressed concern over bumper-to-bumper traffic on roads connecting Delhi and NCR.
  • The court will resume hearings on November 16 to decide on school closure measures.
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