Why is it harmful?

Smog causes multiple health problems, such as difficulty in breathing,

eye irritation, asthma, reduced immunity to lung infections, and colds
that can be fatal in children. The ozone in the smog also inhibits plants
growth. It can cause widespread damage to crops and forests, and the
haze reduces visibility. When inhaled, smog irritates our airways,
increasing our risk of serious heart and lung diseases. These health
risks are why many cities monitor smog levels.

What is a Smog Tower?

Smog towers are structures designed as large-scale air purifiers to
reduce air pollution.

Smog towers work on the principle of HEPA filtration or air ionisation

technology to remove PM2.5 particles. That is, air flowing through a
smog tower passes through a filter to provide clean air coming out of
it. These methods of cleaning air are scientifically well established and
used widely for cleaning indoor air where the air exchange with the
outdoors is minimal. The first prototype of a smog tower was built in
2017 by Dutch artist Daan Roosegaarde in Beijing as a demonstration
and art project that converts the carbon in filtered particles into
diamonds.
A passport, on the other hand, is a document that a government
issues to its citizens. The primary purpose is to enable citizens to
travel internationally. It also serves as proof of citizenship