Delhi Government Launches Extensive Campaign to Tackle Air Pollution

The Delhi government has launched a massive campaign to combat air pollution, including dust control, decongesting traffic, and enhancing public transport. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta unveiled the measures as part of a comprehensive drive to clean up the city and make it healthier. The campaign includes mechanized sweeping of roads, strict dust control on construction, tree plantation drives, and traffic management.

Main Measures to Mitigate Air Pollution:-
Among the big initiatives of the campaign is regular mechanized sweeping and water sprinkling over the entire Ring Road to make it dust-free. One of the biggest causes of bad air in Delhi, dust has seen its contribution reduced through the effort. The enforcing of strong policing of dust checks at construction sites has also become mandatory. The authorities will ensure builders follow guidelines in such a way that there is less emission of construction dust.

For enhanced greenery and pollution prevention, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi Development Authority, and other road-owning organizations have been ordered to develop roadside tree plantations and middle verges. Green belts will prove helpful in retaining pollutants and facilitating air purification over time.

Traffic Management to Prevent Vehicular Pollution:-
Traffic congestion is still among the largest polluting factors in Delhi. The government has recognized 250 key road locations that suffer from repeated congestion. Along with other agencies and the Delhi Traffic Police, the authorities will analyze reasons for congestion and introduce new systems to facilitate smooth movement of vehicles. Improved traffic management will lead to lower vehicular emissions, which are one of the largest contributors to pollution in the city.

Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) has come up with a route rationalization plan with an aim to improving public transport. The plan is to increase the frequency of buses, decrease travel time, and promote people to use public transport in place of personal vehicles. Another new control room facility is also being established for real-time tracking of buses so that they can operate at their optimum level.

Tight pollution tests for vehicles will also be mandatory, after the emission standards. Vehicles that do not comply with pollution levels will be penalized, in a bid to minimize toxic emissions from road traffic.

Striving towards a Healthier and Cleaner Delhi:-
The Delhi government has placed topmost priority to controlling air pollution. Through the upgrading of traffic systems, streamlining public transport, and imposing tighter environmental regulations, the government aims to secure long-term air quality. Unification of dust control, green corridors, and transport reform is seen to revolutionize the city into a cleaner and healthier place to live.

Experts think that only collective efforts, along with very effective enforcement of policies, can give tangible results. With Delhi consistently figuring in the list of world's leading polluted cities, air pollution can be addressed only by taking a long-term view and through coordination between different government departments.

It is a big step towards the fight against pollution in Delhi, which will make the city a cleaner and greener capital. Success of such schemes will rely on public participation, enforcement of regulations, and increased investment in green urban planning.

Source: Delhi Government, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi Development Authority