New Delhi, July 3 -- This week, Delhi's government announced a series of pollution-fighting measures for the winter season that routinely records a dangerous drop in air quality.

Starting November, fuel will not be refilled in vehicles without pollution-control certificates all year round, while those with non-Delhi licence plates that don't comply with Bharat Stage 6 norms won't be allowed to enter the city till 31 January. Further, offices must operate with only 50% physical attendance till the end of January. Other strictures will apply too.

This proactive approach is expected to help city residents breathe easily. But implementation won't be easy.

While the rules seem aimed at achieving a balance between liberty and an emergency, t...