Delhi's traffic curbs in vain? Report suggests they may have made little difference

Delhi’s air pollution levels have increased this year compared to 2025, with stubble smoke adding to the problem. Emergency traffic measures put in place have not reduced congestion significantly, impacting daily travel times. Traffic analysis indicates that local vehicular emissions play a major role in air quality issues. NO2 levels have surged recently during evening traffic hours, remaining high despite road traffic decreasing.