Richa Chadha Sounds Alarm on Delhi Pollution: 'No Development on a Dead Planet'
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Delhi's air quality crisis has reached alarming levels, with the latest AQI reading hitting 377, triggering severe health concerns across the National Capital Region. Actor Richa Chadha, a native of Delhi, has expressed her deep concern over the city's deteriorating environment. She recently shared her thoughts on social media, highlighting the urgency of the situation. Richa, who often visits Delhi for personal and professional reasons, described the city's transformation over the past decade as 'shocking and sad.' She recalled the pleasant winters of her childhood, when the city was a haven for outdoor activities. However, today's pollution levels have made it difficult for residents to breathe. The actor, who has been appointed as a Goodwill Champion for the All Living Things Environmental Film Festival (ALT EFF), emphasized the importance of cinema in raising awareness about environmental issues. She believes that films can help people connect the dots between climate change and its consequences. Richa's comments come as the city's pollution levels continue to soar, with Mumbai also facing similar challenges. The actor's words serve as a stark reminder of the need for immediate action to address the environmental crisis. As she aptly put it, 'There is no development on a dead planet, and there is no economy without ecology.' Richa's words are a call to action, urging governments and citizens to work together to create a better future for all.