India, Oct. 27 -- As the festive lights dim and the haze lingers over Delhi, the city's air quality continues to take a toll - not just on the lungs but also on the eyes. The toxic mix of smoke, dust, and chemical residues from firecrackers is quietly fueling a surge in eye-related problems - from irritation and redness to severe cases of dry eyes.

What's making matters worse is the constant exposure to digital screens, as work, study, and entertainment all demand hours of uninterrupted screen time. Together, pollution and screen fatigue are forming a dangerous combination that's taking a serious toll on the eye health of Delhi's residents.

Dr Priyanka Singh - a consultant and eye surgeon at Neytra Eye Centre in New Delhi, with more tha...