New Delhi, Dec 12 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Friday called for an urgent, bipartisan discussion in the parliament to address the alarming rise in air pollution across the country keeping politics aside.
Speaking to reporters outside the parliament, Gandhi highlighted the severe public health consequences of polluted air in India’s major cities.
“Many of our cities are shrouded in a toxic haze. Millions of children are suffering from lung diseases, their futures imperilled. Cancer rates are rising, and elderly citizens struggle for every breath,” Gandhi said emphatically. “This is not a matter of ideology. I am confident that both the government and the opposition share the same concern. We all agree that the devastating impact of air pollution demands collective action.”
He further appealed for a constructive approach focused on solutions rather than blame-game: “Instead of pointing fingers at who has done what, let us unite to ask a simple question—what concrete steps will we take to secure a healthier future for the people of India? If we can set aside our differences on this one issue, where there is no disagreement, we can demonstrate true leadership by prioritising the wellbeing of our citizens.”
Rahul Gandhi’s call for cooperation on air quality issues underscores the urgency of tackling one of India’s most pressing environmental and public health challenges. UNI SKA KK
