Mass Exodus from Delhi: Thousands Flee Toxic Air Creating Traffic Crisis at Rohtang Pass

Dec 17, 2025 04:54 pm CST

Delhi's hazardous air quality has triggered an unprecedented migration to Himachal Pradesh, creating massive traffic jams near Rohtang Pass. With AQI levels approaching 300 and classified as 'very poor', residents are abandoning the smog-filled capital for mountain refuges despite no snowfall or holiday season, raising concerns about the environmental impact on these pristine regions.