Delhi is among the world’s most pollution-affected cities, where deteriorating air quality has become a daily reality. Rapid urbanization, vehicular emissions, industrial activity, stubble burning, and dust pollution together push the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) into the “severe” category multiple times each year.
While many people discuss this issue only through complaints or social media rants, three young students from TSeries/ GKFTII — Avantika, Trisha, and Mahima — have taken a bold step forward.
They are shooting a documentary that explores Delhi’s air pollution, its root causes, its impacts on health, and the possible way forward.
This is not just a college project.
It is a powerful expression of their passion, responsibility, and commitment to environmental change.
Delhi’s Air Pollution: Why It Demands Attention
Delhi’s pollution problem is not seasonal anymore — it is a year-round concern.
The city often records AQI levels that are hazardous even for healthy individuals. Prolonged exposure to such polluted air increases the risks of respiratory diseases, asthma, heart problems, weakened immunity, and long-term health complications.
Raising awareness about this crisis is essential — and seeing young creators take on this responsibility gives hope that the next generation will approach the issue with seriousness and innovation.
What Their Documentary Aims to Capture
The documentary by Avantika, Trisha, and Mahima is not limited to highlighting the problem. They are focusing on:
The major causes of Delhi’s air pollution
How different sectors contribute to the crisis
The health and environmental impact
What policies and efforts have made a difference
What innovative and practical solutions can be adopted
How citizens can contribute through mindful behavior
Their approach is solution-oriented, grounded in research, and aimed at inspiring action.
Why This Initiative Deserves Appreciation
Because it shows that change begins with awareness — and awareness begins with courage.
Documenting a major environmental issue like Delhi’s pollution requires fieldwork, research, interviews, data analysis, and creative storytelling.
The dedication shown by these three students reflects the power of youth participation in solving real-world problems. At a time when Delhi needs more voices advocating clean air, their initiative stands out as both timely and impactful.
A Glimpse of Hope: Youth as Change-Makers
Organisations like Rise Foundation are working towards sustainable solutions — whether it is Miyawaki forests, soil conservation, or environmental education in schools.
When passionate young individuals step in with their ideas and energy, the collective impact becomes even stronger.
The work of these GKFTII students is a reminder that youth are not just the future — they are active contributors to the present. With their documentary, they are helping shape a narrative that could influence public perception and inspire action.
Rise Foundation (NGO) 