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In light of the ongoing discussions about air quality, it’s essential to consider the impact of fireworks during Diwali and their contribution to pollution levels.
In today’s featured cartoon, Alok comments on the high levels of air pollution in cities including Mumbai, Kolkata and particularly Delhi, while alluding to the ‘freebies’ offered by political parties in this election season.
Manjul uses the occasion of Diwali to comment on poverty and income inequality.
Nala Ponnappa alludes to Delhi residents bursting firecrackers on Diwali despite already high air pollution levels and a Supreme Court ban.
Also in the context of Diwali, Sajith Kumar draws on a UNDP report published last week that found India to have high levels of income and wealth inequality.