{"id":718,"date":"2017-11-08T10:59:00","date_gmt":"2017-11-08T10:59:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dwarkaparichay.com\/blog\/2017\/11\/controlling-air-pollution-each-one-of\/"},"modified":"2018-06-12T06:46:25","modified_gmt":"2018-06-12T01:16:25","slug":"controlling-air-pollution-each-one-of","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dwarkaparichay.com\/blog\/controlling-air-pollution-each-one-of\/","title":{"rendered":"Controlling air pollution- Each one of us can make a difference"},"content":{"rendered":"
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\nDr KK Aggarwal<\/i><\/b><\/div>\n

National President IMA and HCFI<\/b>
High air pollution in Delhi-NCR has recently dominated the front pages of newspapers, particularly since the last two days when the air quality worsened sharply to hazardous levels. Delhi-NCR continued to be enveloped by a thick smog due to the dangerously high levels of air pollutants leading to a state of public health emergency.<\/p>\n

Air pollution is a recurring problem and the authorities undoubtedly need to implement measures to reduce particulate matter in the air. But, air pollution is mainly man-made and because it harms human health, it is of immediate concern to all.<\/p>\n

Improving the air quality is a collective responsibility. Each one of us can do something every day to prevent or at least help control the air pollution levels and keep the environment healthy.<\/p>\n

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\nMahatma Gandhi said, \u201cYou must be the change you wish to see in the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

Here is how each one of us can make a difference.<\/p>\n

* Walk or cycle for short distance commutes or to the neighborhood market.
* Plan and combine all your errands (in one area or close by areas) for one trip.
* Limit driving and carpool.
* Use public transport, as much as possible, for longer distances.
* If you have to use your vehicle, keep it well-maintained for efficient functioning with regular     servicing to reduce harmful exhaust emissions and get pollution check done as required. Follow  speed limits. Avoid buying diesel vehicle.
* Avoid burning candles, dhoop or incense sticks at home or workplace.
* Quit smoking.
*Plant more trees.
*Limit the areas of bare soil by growing grass to reduce the amount of dust.
* Sprinkle water on exposed soil or construction sites regularly to reduce generation of dust.
* Wet mopping the floors at home or workplace.
* Avoid organizing or attending outdoor parties or any other events when AQI crosses 200.
* Be a strong advocate for measures to control emission of air pollutants. Be active participants in activities to fight air pollution such as odd\/even vehicle rule.<\/p>\n

\n* Follow all rules and laws as enforced by the state.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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