Delhi’s odd-even vehicle rule, implemented in response to worsening air pollution, has shown signs of effectiveness. The Air Quality Index (AQI) dropped from a hazardous level of 490 to a relatively lower 370 within four days of the scheme’s activation. Officials from the Delhi Pollution Control Committee credit the improvement to a significant reduction in vehicular emissions, especially during peak hours. Public transport systems have also seen a 20% increase in ridership. However, environmental experts caution that while the odd-even rule helps, it must be supported by long-term measures such as stricter industrial emission controls and transition to electric public transportation. The Delhi government is now considering making the policy more frequent during peak pollution seasons. Citizens have expressed mixed reactions, with some praising the cleaner air and others calling the scheme inconvenient. Despite its temporary nature, the initiative reflects growing public and policy interest in tackling urban air pollution.