Duo’s song on Delhi’s air pollution resonates on the internet

Amidst the perilous smog engulfing Delhi-NCR, a poignant song by a duo has resonated deeply with netizens, garnering millions of views on Instagram. Shared by Nirbhay Garg, the video showcases him and another singer passionately addressing the critical issue of air pollution from a terrace setting.

The song vividly portrays the city shrouded metaphorically under a ‘dark blanket,’ drawing attention to the detrimental health impacts faced by residents, such as ‘asthma and bronchitis.’ The singers earnestly implored people to refrain from visiting Delhi during this crucial period.

In the post’s caption, Garg underscored the exacerbation of pollution predicaments, attributing them to vehicular emissions, industrial activities, road dust, concrete batching, and the burning of paddy straw. He lamented the permanent tarnishing of the cherished essence of Diwali due to escalating pollution, coupled with a prevalent sense of indifference in tackling this formidable threat.

Shared five days ago, the post swiftly gained momentum, accumulating over 1.7 million views, accompanied by numerous likes and comments. Netizens conveyed their reactions, with one individual praising the video’s impact from start to finish. Another expressed conflicting emotions, torn between laughter and tears.

“WOW, what a voice,” exclaimed a third viewer, acknowledging the duo’s impressive singing and compelling lyrics. A fourth commenter lauded the performance, describing it as both awe-inspiring in singing and lyrical content.