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New Delhi's summer action plan 2024: To combat air pollution

Content Editor: Dr. Shubham

June 25, 2024 at 3:30:00 PM

Air pollution, Global Warming, Pollution

Content Editor: Dr. Shubham
  • The Delhi government is implementing a summer action plan from June 15 to September 15, aiming to address pollution and improve tree survival rates.

  • The plan aims to improve Delhi's air quality and involves schoolchildren in Eco Club activities to raise environmental awareness.

  • Gopal Rai, the Environment Minister, presented a 12-point agenda that addressed a number of environmental problems, including waste management, industrial pollution, and dust pollution.

  • The plan calls for initiatives to plant trees, control dust, build city forests, restore lakes, and assess the viability of the current water bodies.

  • Anti-Dust Campaign: 580 patrolling teams will check construction sites from June 15 to June 30 to make sure dust management measures are in place.

  • Mechanical road sweeping machines and water sprinklers will be deployed to prevent dust pollution.

  • More than 1000 patrolling teams will be deployed to prevent open burning of trash, with 338 teams during the day and 235 teams at night.

  • Over the past eight years, there has been a 30% decrease in pollution levels and an increase in the number of days with "good," "satisfactory," and "moderate" air quality.

  • These initiatives are part of Delhi’s efforts to combat air pollution, especially during the summer months.

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