IMA, DMA experts assemble to raise awareness on air pollution

Experts from the Indian Medical Association, Delhi Medical Association and doctors from a private hospital gathered Tuesday on the eve of World Environment Day to raise awareness about air pollution and its impact on health.

The event was in line with this year's theme of 'Beat Air Pollution' and a call to action for all citizens to combat this global crisis at an individual level as well.

Experts highlighted how much each individual on average contributes to air pollution and ways to reduce air pollution with collective efforts of the society.

Dr Girish Tyagi, president, Delhi Medical Association said, "Burning waste in the open is one of the factors for increasing pollution levels. Organic waste in landfills release harmful dioxins, methane and black carbon into the atmosphere."