The severe pollution in Delhi has led to the prohibition of construction activities, causing many laborers to worry about losing their income during the festival season. Many laborers from distant states like Bihar and Uttar Pradesh are unsure whether to return to their villages or wait for an improvement in air quality. They have specialized skills in construction work but are struggling to find employment in alternative sectors. The lack of crop insurance and vulnerability of agriculture due to shifting weather patterns also affect their livelihoods. Returning home seems to be the only option for many of them.