Rahul Gandhi has called Delhi’s worsening air pollution a “health emergency” and demanded an urgent, detailed discussion in Parliament to address the crisis.
Stressing the human cost, he said many mothers told him that their “child is growing up breathing toxic air,” adding: “India’s children are choking in front of us.” He questioned why the government — led by Narendra Modi — remains silent.
He demanded a “strict, enforceable action plan” rather than “excuses and distractions,” calling on the government to act immediately.
🗓️ When Did He Speak Out !!
This wave of statements and demand for parliamentary debate came on 28 November 2025, amid a spike in Delhi’s pollution levels.
Recently (early November 2025), Rahul Gandhi had already accused the ruling party of giving “excuses every year” even while Delhi’s air quality worsened.
📌 Why It Matters??
Air quality in Delhi recently has been “very poor” or even “severe,” with several areas recording hazardous levels.
The poor air quality poses serious risks — especially for children, elderly, and people with respiratory issues — increasing urgency for government intervention.
Rahul Gandhi’s public pressure puts spotlight on the demand for accountability and tangible steps, making this a major political as well as public-health issue.
Rahul Gandhi has demanded an immediate and detailed debate in Parliament on air pollution, pressing the government to treat the crisis as a national concern rather than a seasonal/local issue.
He has called for a strict, enforceable national action plan to tackle pollution — not just ad‑hoc or reactive measures, but sustained policy intervention.
He argued that the government’s repeated promises and excuses are no longer acceptable with the same party now elected at both the Centre and Delhi, there’s “no excuse” left.
