Commuters drive past as anti-smog sprinklers on lamp posts spray water to curb air pollution in New Delhi (AFP)
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Firstpost17-12-2025, 21:14

China's Blueprint for Delhi: How to Combat Toxic Air Pollution

  • Delhi faces 'very poor' AQI, with toxic smog, prompting the Supreme Court to demand long-term solutions.
  • Chinese embassy spokesperson Yu Jing shared China's strategies for tackling air pollution amid rapid urbanization.
  • Recommendations include implementing stringent emission controls (like China 6NI/Euro 6), phasing out old vehicles, and accelerating EV adoption.
  • China's industrial restructuring involved shutting down over 30,000 heavy industries, relocating polluters, and transforming empty factories.
  • Challenges for Delhi include persistent stubble burning, compliance issues, and the difficulty of year-round transport curbs.

Why It Matters: China shares its successful air pollution strategies, urging Delhi to adopt strict controls and industrial reforms.

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