How Is Delhi Fighting Pollution? 5 Measures Taken By Government
By Anshika Verma06, Nov 2023 03:45 PMjagranjosh.com
Pollution in Delhi
The city's air quality dropped to ‘severe plus’ early on Friday morning, as the AQI index increased from 351 to 471. Tap to read about the measures taken by government to control this!
Rise in pollution levels
The notable rise in pollution levels was caused by extremely unfavourable weather patterns and increase in incidences of stubble burning in neighboring states.
Actions taken by government
The Delhi government took all the necessary emergency action like outlawing commercial four-wheelers, prohibiting trucks that emit pollutants, and stopping building activity.
Commission for Air Quality Management
The steps constitute the ultimate version of the Central government's pollution control plan, as per the guidelines set forth by the CAQM.
People are facing problems
Authorities in Delhi/NCR have not yet been requested by the CAQM to take all necessary emergency measures. While its citizens are struggling to breathe.
Schools closed for 2 days
To ensure the safety of the students, the state government has declared that all elementary schools would be closed for two days in Delhi to control pollution.