New Delhi aims to reduce air pollution with improvements

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

New Delhi's Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced a plan to combat air pollution, focusing on making the Ring Road dust-free and improving traffic management on 250 congested roads. Measures include mechanized road sweeping and stricter dust control at construction sites. The government will enhance public transportation efficiency through a bus route rationalization initiative and set up a control room for real-time monitoring of buses. These steps aim to reduce reliance on private vehicles and lower pollution levels. Data from the Central Pollution Control Board shows that PM10 levels in 2024 were significantly above national and WHO standards. The government is committed to improving air quality through green initiatives and better traffic management.


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