Supreme Court says vehicular emission major contributor to Delhi-NCR air pollution

The top court observed that Diwali celebrations should be accompanied by greater awareness of pollution.

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The Supreme Court on Friday observed that Diwali celebrations should be accompanied by greater awareness of pollution, adding that restrictions alone would not address the problem and could instead encourage more violations.

A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana opened the proceedings with a quip from the CJI about Delhi: "I hope you all are enjoying the weather in Delhi."

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