Operation Smog Syndicate exposes how banned BS4 diesel buses keep running in Delhi

Operation Smog Syndicate is an India Today undercover investigation exposing how banned BS4 diesel buses continue to function in Delhi despite strict anti-pollution measures under the Graded Response Action Plan. Reporters acting as bus operators revealed that paying sums from 60,000 to 70,000 rupees allows these vehicles entry into the city, aided by an established network covering traffic signals, police checkpoints, and transport offices. Identifying windshield marks reportedly stop traffic police from detaining these buses, highlighting ongoing corruption affecting pollution control.