Air pollution exposure worsens mental health outcomes in India, leading to feelings of sadness, cognitive difficulties, and a reduced ability to cope with life’s challenges, the Delhi government has submitted before the National Green Tribunal.

The tribunal, noting CPCB’s reply, said there was no monitoring of certain air pollutants, including ammonia, lead, nickel arsenic and Benzo(a)pyrene. (Arvind Yadav/ Hindustan Times)

Earlier, observing that the “psychological aspect” of the dip in the air quality in the national capital required analysis, the tribunal had sought replies from various authorities, including the Delhi government and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).