Delhi Pollution Crisis: Messi Event 'AQI' Chants Spark Political Blame Game Amid Smog

In this special segment, the panel discusses the severe air pollution crisis in Delhi-NCR, highlighted by the recent 'AQI' chants during Lionel Messi's visit. The discussion explores the political blame game between the BJP and AAP, with references to Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. Speakers debate the conflict between environmental protection and development, citing the degradation of the Yamuna river and deforestation in Goa and Himachal Pradesh. The conversation also addresses the health impacts of pollution, including the cognitive decline in children due to high PM 2.5 levels. The programme calls for a sustained, year-round strategy rather than knee-jerk reactions like GRAP.