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Delhi Environment Minister Meets Citizens to Address Worsening Air Pollution Crisis
Nov 20, 2025 02:04 am CST
Delhi's Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa held a landmark meeting with anti-pollution protesters, acknowledging enforcement gaps in air quality measures. Citizen representatives highlighted issues including open burning and weak regulations while offering practical solutions for improving Delhi's dangerous air quality. The government promised to incorporate citizen feedback into future pollution control strategies, though protesters await concrete action plans and timelines.
Delhi's Air Quality Reaches 7-Year High: AQI Drops to 291 as Anti-Pollution Measures Show Results
Nov 05, 2025 01:16 am CST
Delhi has achieved its best air quality in seven years with an AQI of 291, significantly improved from 381 in 2024 and 415 in 2023. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa credits this improvement to year-round pollution control efforts, including intensified monitoring of construction sites, vehicular emissions, and waste burning. While challenges from crop burning and increasing vehicles remain, the coordinated approach is delivering measurable results for Delhi's air quality.
NHAI Implements Comprehensive SOP to Combat Air Pollution on Delhi-NCR Highway Projects
Oct 30, 2025 01:55 am CST
The National Highways Authority of India has introduced a detailed Standard Operating Procedure for Delhi-NCR field offices to mitigate air pollution from highway construction and maintenance activities. The comprehensive framework includes mechanized road sweeping, Miyawaki plantation methods, construction site dust control measures, and regular air quality monitoring to create cleaner environments for highway users and surrounding communities.
Delhi Activates First Anti-Pollution Measures of the Season as Air Quality Deteriorates to 'Poor' Category
Oct 14, 2025 10:17 pm CST
Delhi authorities have implemented the first stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP-1) as the city's Air Quality Index reached 211, entering the 'Poor' category. The Commission for Air Quality Management has ordered strict enforcement of dust control at construction sites, enhanced industrial inspections, and waste management protocols across Delhi and NCR. While September saw relatively clean air, experts warn that conditions typically worsen after Diwali, with forecasts predicting deteriorating air quality due to stagnant weather conditions.
Delhi Launches Rs 50 Lakh Innovation Challenge to Combat Air Pollution with Affordable Technologies
Oct 11, 2025 02:45 am CST
The Delhi government has launched an Innovation Challenge offering rewards up to Rs 50 lakh for affordable technologies that reduce particulate pollution from roads, vehicles, and construction sites. Led by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, this initiative seeks practical, low-cost solutions that can significantly cut PM2.5 or PM10 levels while functioning in Delhi's extreme climate. Applications are open until October 31, 2025, with a three-stage evaluation process to identify and implement the most effective solutions citywide.