Due to pollution, the situation in Delhi NCR region is getting out of control. Till now, the common people have been complaining about this pollution but now the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court DY Chandrachud has also said something big. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud told journalists in an informal conversation on Thursday that due to the increasing level of pollution in Delhi, he has stopped going for a morning walk. The CJI has taken this decision after consulting his doctor.
Why did the CJI make this decision?
Supreme Court Chief Justice DY Chandrachud has informed that he usually goes out for a morning walk at 4-4:15 in the morning. But his doctor advised that to avoid illness, it would be better that he does not go for a morning walk. Stay indoors. Because it is better to stay indoors to avoid respiratory diseases. Therefore, CJI DY Chandrachud has stopped going for morning walks from today. Referring to the increase in air pollution levels, the CJI said, “I have stopped going for morning walks from today (24 October).
What is the AQI of Delhi?
On Thursday (24 October), Delhi’s average AQI reached 340. In normal conditions, it remains around 50. Air with an AQI of more than 50 is harmful to health. Air with an AQI of 300 is extremely dangerous. This can cause serious diseases to people.
Respiratory patients increased by 30 to 40 percent.
Delhi hospitals have reported a 30 to 40 percent increase in respiratory cases. Respiratory disease experts said children and the elderly are most vulnerable to the ill effects of pollution. They advised people not to step out of their homes and avoid exposure to dust. Delhi’s air quality index (AQI) has been in the ‘poor’ category for more than a week now.