'Odd-even' formula welcomed by locals

On New Delhi's roads on Saturday, it was the turn for private car owners with even number plates. The exercise, part of the government's formula to fight rising pollution levels and improve air quality in India's capital city, seems to be going well.

"I have opted to travel by metro today as my car bears the odd registration number," said Sunl Arora, a resident in Green Park. "We are obeying the rule and extending full support for the success of the program.

Now, what remains to be seen is whether the government will intensify its crusade against pollution and work toward improving air quality.