New Delhi, Dec. 17 -- Beijing was once among the world's most polluted cities, with images showing people in masks moving through smog-choked streets. Similar scenes are now unfolding in Delhi and the NCR. Drawing from its own experience, the Chinese embassy in India has outlined measures that Beijing took that helped it clean its air - from shutting down heavy industries to phasing-out retired old, high-emission vehicles to implementing off-even.

Yu Jing, Spokesperson for Chinese embassy in India, said, "Both China and India know the struggle with air pollution amid rapid urbanization. While the challenge remains complex, China's sustained efforts over the past decade have delivered noticeable improvements."

Sharing how Beijing tackled...