Delhi Environment Minister
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 Intensifies Anti-Pollution Measures with 500+ Inspections and 9,000+ Challans in 24 Hours
Nov 06, 2025 01:23 am CST
Delhi authorities have ramped up pollution control efforts with over 500 inspections and 9,000+ vehicular challans issued in 24 hours. The comprehensive campaign includes construction site monitoring, road dust mitigation, and deployment of anti-smog guns across the city. With an AQI of 202, officials report improvement over previous years while continuing efforts under the Winter Action Plan to maintain cleaner air as the colder season approaches.
Delhi's First Cloud Seeding Trial: Combating Air Pollution Through Artificial Rainfall Technology
Oct 28, 2025 02:53 am CST
Delhi government prepares for its first cloud seeding trial to combat winter air pollution, pending favorable weather conditions. The IIT Kanpur-led project, costing Rs 3.21 crore, aims to induce artificial rainfall through silver iodide and sodium chloride compounds, with multiple government agencies providing necessary clearances for implementation.
Delhi Plans Cloud Seeding Within Days as Air Quality Deteriorates Before Diwali Celebrations
Oct 15, 2025 05:53 pm CST
Delhi Environment Minister announces imminent cloud seeding operations as air quality worsens ahead of Diwali. With GRAP-1 restrictions already in place and Supreme Court allowing green crackers, the capital city is employing multiple strategies to combat its notorious winter pollution that reduces residents' life expectancy by nearly 12 years compared to WHO guidelines.