# India’s top court says vehicles are a major cause of Delhi pollution

https://mins.news/en/item/133527

- DW, 2026-11-07 07:07 UTC
- Society
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/india-news-vehicles-major-cause-of-delhi-pollution-top-court-says/live-79883248?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> India’s Supreme Court said vehicle emissions are a major contributor to Delhi’s worsening air quality and questioned the effectiveness of government efforts to curb pollution. It urged responsible festival celebrations, particularly during Diwali, and suggested economic incentives and practical alternatives to discourage stubble burning.

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