60% People In Delhi, Mumbai Willing To Relocate Due To Air Pollution: Survey

As per the report, 40 per cent of respondents have observed a deterioration in pre-existing respiratory issues such as asthma or bronchitis among their loved ones during the winter season.

A staggering 60 percent of the people living in New Delhi and Mumbai are considering relocation due to the worsening air pollution in both the cities, said a new survey.

The survey of 4,000 people based out of Delhi, Mumbai and nearby areas was conducted by healthcare provider Pristyn Care.

It also recorded that nine out of 10 respondents experiencing the most common symptoms of the deteriorating Air Quality Index (AQI) such as persistent coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, sore throat, and watery or itchy eyes.