The starting range of masks includes the ones that are meant for one-time use while the high-priced ones are fitted with air filters and claim to be to stop over 99 per cent of the pollutants as well as bacteria and viruses from entering the user’s nostrils.
The masks also come in five sizes – from XS to XL – depending on the height and weight of the user.
Sudesh Mehta of Srishti Medicos in Gurgaon says, “Various companies in the city have also been placing bulk orders for distribution of masks to their employees and hence the product has been running out of stock for individual buyers for over the counter sale.”
Delhi-NCR residents are also trying to place online orders for the masks through e-commerce websites but the delivery time is too long.
“Since I could not procure a mask from a store I have placed an order online but the website says it will be delivered in a week’s time. May be it will not be worth getting it then as the air quality may improve by then,” says Kaumudi Das, a software engineer staying in Rohini.
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