Delhi’s air quality has been a serious concern for years. The city frequently ranks among the most polluted in the world, with its Air Quality Index levels often reaching hazardous levels, especially during the month of Diwali. For many, it has become a crucial factor while making serious life decisions.
One such example recently came to light on Reddit, where a student from Chandigarh shared how their dreams of studying at Delhi University were being crushed because of the capital’s worsening air pollution.
The student, who had cleared the CUET 2025 and secured admission to the prestigious Hansraj College, poured their heart out in a Reddit post titled, “Got into Hansraj College, but my parents don’t want to send me because of Delhi’s pollution. Feeling helpless.”
“After failing in 3 competitive exams and going through a rough year mentally, I finally got something I truly wanted — admission into Hansraj College, Delhi University. I’ve worked really hard for this, and it felt like all the struggle finally paid off.”
However, just when things were finally falling into place, a new roadblock appeared – Delhi’s deteriorating air.
“But now, just when everything was falling into place, my parents are refusing to send me because of Delhi’s pollution. I understand it’s a valid concern, but it feels like my dreams are getting crushed right when I’m this close to achieving them.”
The student also turned to the online community for help, hoping someone might have suggestions that could change their parents’ minds.
“Please suggest some solid points I can put forward to help them understand. If anyone has faced something similar or has advice, it would really mean a lot. I feel stuck and honestly pretty heartbroken. I don’t want to let this opportunity slip away,” they added.
Have a look at the full post here:
Got into Hansraj College but my parents don’t want to send me because of Delhi’s pollution. Feeling helpless
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People who read the post responded with empathy and practical suggestions. Some pointed out that while Delhi’s air quality is bad, thousands of students still live, study, and thrive there. Others reminded the student how rare and valuable a DU seat is, especially in a top college like Hansraj, and how letting go of it might lead to long-term regret.
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We hope that clean air in all cities becomes a right, not a privilege.