Municipal Corporation of Delhi
Delhi Launches Most Aggressive Anti-Pollution Campaign Ever: Mist Sprayers and Strict Enforcement Measures
Dec 05, 2025 02:08 am CST
Delhi government initiates its toughest anti-pollution campaign featuring 305 mist sprayers across nine pollution hotspots, strengthened enforcement protocols, and strict accountability for officials. The comprehensive approach includes dust suppression, waste management, and citizen reporting through the MCD-311 app, as authorities aim for sustainable solutions rather than temporary fixes to combat Delhi's seasonal air quality crisis.
BJP Secures 7 Seats in Delhi Municipal By-Polls as AAP Claims 3 and Congress Returns with 1
Dec 03, 2025 02:25 pm CST
In the recent Municipal Corporation of Delhi by-elections, BJP dominated with 7 seat victories, maintaining their control with 122 of 250 total seats. AAP secured 3 seats, while Congress made a notable comeback by winning one seat after previous electoral struggles. The by-polls served as a successful first major test for Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's leadership, with parties trading some wards while maintaining overall power balance in the municipal corporation.
Delhi Civic Body Leaves Rs 29 Crore Clean Air Funds Unspent Amid Worsening Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 14, 2025 07:33 pm CST
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has failed to utilize over Rs 28.77 crore from National Clean Air Programme funds over two years while the city continues to experience hazardous air pollution levels. Despite receiving additional allocations, implementation of critical air quality interventions remains ineffective as Delhi's AQI repeatedly reaches severe levels, endangering public health.
Delhi Minister Demands Visible Results in Pollution Control Efforts from Municipal Corporation
Nov 06, 2025 12:19 am CST
Delhi's Urban Development Minister Ashish Sood has criticized the Municipal Corporation of Delhi for lack of visible improvement in pollution control, directing officials to intensify anti-pollution measures, improve waste management, and implement stricter monitoring at landfill sites while exploring clean energy solutions to address the city's deteriorating air quality.