As Air Quality Worsens, Delhi Starts Spraying Water At Pollution Hotspots

A toxic haze lingered over Delhi for the sixth consecutive day on Sunday as pollution levels once again reached the 'severe plus category'.

To curb the rising pollution in the national capital, the Delhi Fire Services has joined hands with the Delhi government to spray water at several hotspots, officials said on Sunday.

"A total of 12 fire engines have been pressed into service to curb pollution. These fire tenders have already started sprinkling water at different locations which have been identified as hotspots," Atul Garg, Director of Delhi Fire Services, said.

Garg said he was hopeful that sprinkling water might be able to bring some respite to citizens.