What are the Best Tips to Reduce Air Pollution in Delhi

Delhi is the capital city of India & with reference to the reports published by the WHO in 2014, Delhi is the most polluted city in the world & the quality of Air is very Poor in Delhi. The quality of air even become worse at the time of winter in Delhi. The inhale of this air is very dangerous and it causes several types of problems such as irritation in the eyes, nose, and throat, coughing, sneezing and shortness of breath, asthma, heart disease, etc. Sometimes, it also becomes the reasons for the death of several persons.

There are several reasons responsible & click here to read the factors responsible for bad air quality.

In this post, we are going to discuss the best tips to reduce air pollution in Delhi and these measures need to be taken for the safety of our own health.

The various measures that can be taken to improve the quality of air are as follows.

•  The first & foremost step is the plantation of trees. The Delhi Government must launch a campaign to plant the trees in the city. Only fresh air can counter the excessive amounts of pollutants that made the quality of air poor in Delhi.

•  Promote the use of public transport by providing some incentives to the citizens of Delhi and also ensure to provide the last mile connectivity. Public vehicles like bus and metro can carry more people on one journey. A carpool is also a good option.

•  It is necessary to improve the quality of fuels supplied in Delhi and provide adequate infrastructure for electric vehicles in Delhi as soon as possible.

•  The cycle is the eco-friendly mode for traveling so if the government can provide lanes for cycling so it would help in minimizing the pollution.

•  An anti-smog gun is very useful to control air pollution. It acts like rain sprays water into the atmosphere and helps in settling the dust and other suspended particles. Install such guns in those areas where the quality of air is extremely poor.

•  Start awareness and education in schools & residential areas specific to environmental problems, and what each of us can do on our parts to add value to the environment.

•  Burning coals is one of the main sources in the production of electricity. Develop the infrastructure for renewable energies which are pollution free like solar energy, wind energy, tidal energy, etc.

•  Immediately ban the burning of crop residue not only in Delhi but also in the state of Haryana, Punjab & Rajasthan.

•  Drink water in the adequate amount as it helps in flushing toxins from the body. Eat fruits that are loaded with vitamin C, magnesium, and fatty acids. These fruits are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds and help in boosting immunity. 

•  Keeps some air purifying plants inside your buildings to protect yourself from the pollution. Plant more and more trees must be planted everywhere.

•  Made the strict traffic rules and in any of violation of any traffic rules, fine them. Increase fines as high as possible to create the fear of traffic police among all the peoples.

•  Use the electricity wisely and switch off the appliances in case of no use. It is highly recommendable to buy high rating electronics appliances.

•  Smoking is very dangerous not only for the health of human but for the air quality as well. Stop smoking and encourage those around you to do the same.

•  It takes more energy and natural resources to make new things, increasing the environmental footprint of those products, compared with those products that are made from recycled materials.

•  Use eco-friendly products at your home. For example, opt for low VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) or no VOC paints for your home.  

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