Coronavirus lockdowns have sent pollution plummeting. Environmentalists worry about what comes next.

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7. Yesterday someone here mentioned that the air seemed clearer where they were

So I did a quick search and found a few more posts on the subject, India was mentioned specifically:

https://www.democraticunderground.com/?com=view_post&forum=1018&pid=1346712

It's apparently happening everywhere:

NASA Satellite Data Show 30 Percent Drop In Air Pollution Over Northeast U.S.
https://www.democraticunderground.com/1127137180

Himalayas Seen from India for the First Time in 30 Years Due to Air Pollution Drop
https://www.democraticunderground.com/1127137170

'It's positively alpine!' Disbelief in big cities as air pollution falls
https://www.democraticunderground.com/10142468313

Silver lining: reduction in pollution
https://www.democraticunderground.com/100213154665


And I've also noticed an increase of people out walking (especially with their dogs) and outside doing yardwork - at least in my neck-of-the-woods. This is the time of year for it, but now many people have the time and it's a better alternative to just sitting inside.