India’s Supreme Court tackles Delhi’s toxic air crisis in emergency hearing
The Supreme Court of India has scheduled a hearing for 17 November to address the critical issue of air pollution, particularly in Delhi-NCR. The Court has expressed grave concern over the deteriorating air quality in the region.
The Air Quality Index (AQI) in Delhi-NCR has reached toxic and 'severe' levels, prompting the Supreme Court to take immediate action. The Court remarked that even the use of masks provides little protection against such severe pollution. In light of this, the Supreme Court has urged lawyers to attend upcoming hearings virtually to minimise exposure to harmful pollutants.
The Court's decision to take up the matter for hearing comes amidst discussions about the potential for video conference hearings to protect legal professionals from the poor air quality in Delhi. However, no information was found regarding a specific Chief Justice whose collaboration was discussed in this regard.
The Supreme Court's intervention highlights the urgency of addressing Delhi's air pollution crisis. With AQI levels at severe levels, the Court has taken steps to ensure the safety of lawyers and the general public by encouraging virtual attendance for hearings. The hearing on 17 November is expected to address the issue and potentially implement further measures to combat the pollution.
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