New Delhi: Supreme Court judge Justice P.S. Narasimha on Thursday urged advocates to avoid physical appearances in apex court proceedings and instead opt for virtual hearings, warning that Delhi’s toxic air could cause “permanent damage.”

The observation came from the Bench, which also comprised Justice Atul S. Chandurkar, as multiple lawyers appeared physically before the top court despite the national capital recording “severe” pollution levels for several days.

“Situation is very, very serious! Why are you all appearing here?” Justice Narasimha remarked. “We have the virtual hearing facility. Please avail it. This pollution will cause permanent damage,” he added.

When senior advocate Kapil Sibal pointed out that several lawyers were already using masks to protect themselves, Justice

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