Archive · 2 Jun 2025

Delhi's Damaged Noise Barriers Fail, Causing Noise Pollution

Delhi's Damaged Noise Barriers Fail, Causing Noise Pollution

Imagine big walls built to block the loud sounds of cars and trucks on busy roads.

These walls, called noise barriers, are supposed to make it quieter for people living nearby.

But in Delhi, these walls are broken and missing parts, making them not work so well.

This means the noise from the road is still very loud.

The people who live there say it's hard to sleep, and it feels like their homes are on a busy railway track.

Experts say the walls weren't built strong enough, and the materials used aren't the best at blocking noise.

They suggest better materials and designs are needed to fix the problem.

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