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A dense blanket of smog covers a congested roadway in New Delhi, significantly reducing visibility and slowing traffic movement. The scene features a mix of vehicles—including cars, auto-rickshaws, and motorcycles—packed closely together in a typical urban traffic jam. The poor visibility is a direct result of severe Air Pollution, a recurring issue in Delhi, particularly during the winter season. Pollutants from vehicular emissions, construction dust, and surrounding agricultural activities accumulate under stagnant atmospheric conditions, forming thick haze. Such environmental conditions not only disrupt daily commuting but also pose serious health risks to residents. The image captures the intensity of urban congestion combined with deteriorating air quality, reflecting a major environm