Supreme Court (SC) Offers Virtual Relief as Delhi's Pollution Worsens

Delhi-NCR grapples with worsening air pollution, with AQI levels hitting severe marks due to stagnant weather and emissions. The Supreme Court registry circulated an advisory on December 14, advising advocates and parties-in-person to leverage video conferencing facilities where convenient. This follows CJI Surya Kant's personal concerns—he felt unwell after a morning walk in late November—and echoes prior judicial nudges, like Justice P.S. Narasimha's November 13 warning on pollution's permanent health damage. The court already operates in hybrid mode, balancing efficiency and safety.​

 

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Sources: India Today, Moneycontrol, The New Indian Express, The Tribune India