Rahul Gandhi Says Air Pollution A 'National Emergency': ‘Need Collective Response, Not Political Blame Games’
4 months ago

Rahul Gandhi Says Air Pollution A 'National Emergency': ‘Need Collective Response, Not Political Blame Games’

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New Delhi, Nov 22 Asserting that air pollution in North India is a "national emergency", Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday urged fellow MPs to come together in the upcoming Parliament session and discuss how the nation can end this crisis once and for all. He said the air pollution crisis needs a collective national response, not political blame games. In his post along with the video, the Congress leader said air pollution in North India is a national emergency -- a public health crisis that is stealing our children’s future and suffocating the elderly, and an environmental and economic disaster that is ruining countless lives. Air pollution in North India is a national emergency—a public health crisis that is stealing our children’s future and suffocating the elderly, and an environmental and economic disaster that is ruining countless lives.

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Air pollution hits health and GDP, yet missing from poll promises
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Air pollution hits health and GDP, yet missing from poll promises

Hindustan Times  

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Air pollution bigger threat than cancer? Age-reversing CEO sounds alarm
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Air pollution bigger threat than cancer? Age-reversing CEO sounds alarm

India Today  

Bryan Johnson, a 45-year-old millionaire tech entrepreneur and longevity advocate, has made headlines for his unconventional mission to reverse ageing and extend human lifespans. Bryan Johnson, while highlighting his visit to India, shared a post on X said, "India would save more years of life by solving air pollution than curing cancer. The country’s air pollution levels contribute to nearly …

Smog, Sweet Smog | Power Play by Anand Mishra
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Smog, Sweet Smog | Power Play by Anand Mishra

The Hindu  

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Millions breathe poison, but why public health isn't political priority in India
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Millions breathe poison, but why public health isn't political priority in India

India Today  

“It feels terrible, I just don't like it," says Rubaab, an 8-year-old in New Delhi who has been using a nebuliser since he was a child. If Delhi, and other Indian cities, slowly turned into gas chambers, with air pollution behind 7 per cent of all daily deaths, why didn't anyone take note? From the lack of public demand and …

Rahul Gandhi on air pollution in north India: 'Need collective response, not political blame games'
4 months ago

Rahul Gandhi on air pollution in north India: 'Need collective response, not political blame games'

Hindustan Times  

Leader of opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday said that the air pollution in north India is a national emergency that requires a collective response instead of political blame games. “Air pollution in North India is a national emergency—a public health crisis that is stealing our children’s future and suffocating the elderly, and an environmental and economic disaster …

Air pollution in North India a 'national emergency', MPs must discuss ways to end crisis: Rahul
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Air pollution in North India a 'national emergency', MPs must discuss ways to end crisis: Rahul

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Asserting that air pollution in North India is a “national emergency”, Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday urged fellow MPs to come together in the upcoming Parliament session and discuss how the nation can end this crisis once and for all. He said the air pollution crisis needs a collective national response, not …

The Silent Crisis: Pollution’s Toll on India’s Children
4 months ago

The Silent Crisis: Pollution’s Toll on India’s Children

The Quint  

As parents, it is our responsibility to demand more from our elected leaders, not just for ourselves, but for the next generation. Demand Accountability in Election Manifestos: In the run-up to elections, we must demand that every political party include detailed, actionable plans to tackle pollution. Shortening summer vacations and extending winter holidays could allow our children to be less …

Air pollution in North India a 'national emergency', MPs must discuss ways to end crisis: Rahul Gandhi
4 months ago

Air pollution in North India a 'national emergency', MPs must discuss ways to end crisis: Rahul Gandhi

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: Asserting that air pollution in North India is a "national emergency", Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday urged fellow MPs to come together in the upcoming Parliament session and discuss how the nation can end this crisis once and for all. He said the air pollution crisis needs a collective national response, not …

Rahul Gandhi calls air pollution a 'national emergency', says MPs must act
4 months ago

Rahul Gandhi calls air pollution a 'national emergency', says MPs must act

India Today  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi called air pollution in north India a "national emergency", urging the Members of Parliament to prioritise the crisis during the upcoming parliamentary session. In a post on X, Rahul Gandhi spoke about the grave public health and environmental consequences of deteriorating air quality, and emphasised the disproportionate impact on vulnerable communities. "Air pollution in North India …

Putting air pollution on the agenda
3 years ago

Putting air pollution on the agenda

Hindustan Times  

Over 76% of India's population resides in areas that permanently exceed the national ambient air quality standards. Besides, air pollution costs Indian businesses approximately $95 billion – or ₹7 lakh crore – every fiscal, which accounts for approximately 3% of India's total Gross Domestic Product. Besides, strong evidence-based causal relationship between air pollution and health-related diseases which could actually attract …

Airing differences: Political narrative on air quality management in India
3 years, 3 months ago

Airing differences: Political narrative on air quality management in India

Hindustan Times  

During the 2019 winter session of Parliament, both Houses discussed air pollution at length, accounting for almost 11 hours of discussions. As representatives from different parts of the country and across political parties stood up to define the problem, hold government actors and polluters responsible, and present solutions, these speeches give us unique insight into the emergent narrative on air …

Environmental organisations urge PM to declare national health emergency
5 years, 3 months ago

Environmental organisations urge PM to declare national health emergency

India TV News  

Environmental advocacy organizations requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday to declare a national health emergency, as pollution levels in north India rose alarmingly over the last two days. This is causing irreversible health harm to every single resident of these areas," said 'The Clean Air Collective', a network of organizations, citizens groups and institutions working towards the common objective …

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urges people to unite on pollution issue of NRC, says clean air is ‘our right and responsibility’
5 years, 4 months ago

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra urges people to unite on pollution issue of NRC, says clean air is ‘our right and responsibility’

Firstpost  

She cited example of London wherein 1952 thousands of people died due to pollution and people took to streets and brought a law for clean air there New Delhi: Congress general secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday urged people to unite on the issue of pollution in the NCR region and Uttar Pradesh, saying clean air is “our right and …

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