Fog, PM2.5 spike push Delhi air into ‘very poor’

The Union Budget 2026–27 has reduced the money set aside to fight air pollution just as Delhi and surrounding areas continue to suffer from very poor air quality. The government allocated about Rs 1,091 crore for pollution control, which is lower than last year’s estimate. Experts said this cut is worrying because the budget does not include specific funds for the most polluted regions or more support for electric vehicle infrastructure. They also criticised the lack of a targeted plan for areas like Delhi-NCR, where toxic air is a serious public health problem.

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