Delhi Govt Unveils Winter Plan to Combat Pollution; Drone Surveys and WFH Among Key Initiatives
Highlights:
- Delhi's winter action plan includes real-time drone surveys to monitor pollution hot spots.
- A 21-point plan targets vehicular and dust pollution, stubble burning, and industrial emissions.
- The plan also features work-from-home policies, vehicle rationing, and a special task force.
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The Delhi government has introduced a comprehensive winter action plan to tackle air pollution in the capital, with real-time drone surveys and a special task force at the forefront of the strategy, announced Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Thursday. The 21-point plan aims to address pollution hot spots, vehicular emissions, dust pollution, stubble and garbage burning, and industrial pollution.
For the first time, drone monitoring will be employed to reduce pollution at critical hot spots, and a special task force will be established to ensure effective implementation. Rai emphasized that each relevant department has been directed to submit its internal action plan by September 12.
The plan also outlines potential emergency measures, such as the odd-even vehicle rationing scheme and artificial rain, while promoting work-from-home (WFH) policies for private organizations. Additionally, a green award will be introduced to recognize organizations engaging in eco-friendly activities.
The plan was developed following consultations with 35 government departments and agencies, including the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Delhi Development Authority (DDA), Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), and others. The focus areas include maintaining dialogue with the central government and neighboring states, upgrading the war room and green app, and enhancing overall preparedness for the winter season.
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This year's 21-point plan expands on the previous year's 15-point strategy, aiming to further reduce pollution peaks during the winter months.