Delhi's Alarming Air Quality: BJP Criticizes Kejriwal's AAP for Inaction

BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari criticized AAP's Arvind Kejriwal over Delhi's deteriorating air quality, blaming promises unfulfilled and pointing at recent major pollution sources. He highlighted the health risks posed to residents, particularly children, and questioned Kejriwal's priorities regarding air purification infrastructure in poorer neighborhoods.

As air quality in Delhi drops to dangerously low levels, BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari took a swipe at former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the AAP administration. Bhandari remarked that Delhi's air has reached a life-threatening stage, and lamented his health deterioration due to pollution. 'The reality is you can't walk around Delhi without a mask today,' he stated.

Bhandari continued his criticism of AAP leader Arvind Kejriwal, recalling Kejriwal's claims that air pollution would diminish if his party governed Punjab. He accused Kejriwal of shifting blame to Uttar Pradesh and Haryana despite rampant pollution in Delhi, now categorized as 'very poor'. Bhandari also mentioned Kejriwal's decade-old promise of sewage treatment plants for the Yamuna River, which remains heavily polluted.

Expressing concern for the city's children suffering respiratory issues, Bhandari blamed AAP for failing to manage pollution. He accused Kejriwal of prioritizing luxury over public welfare, questioning the installation of air purifiers in Kejriwal's mansion while neglecting the children in slums. He urged Kejriwal not to gamble with Delhi's health as elections approach.

On Tuesday, Delhi's air quality plunged into the 'very poor' category, with an AQI of 385 reducing visibility across areas such as Anand Vihar and Akshardham Temple. The Central Pollution Control Board cautioned against potential health risks, particularly for residents with respiratory issues. The pollution levels might remain high unless weather conditions change, the CPCB warned.

(With inputs from agencies.)