Pollution Problem in Delhi NCR

[Sushubh]

Most NCR thermal power plants exceed MOEFCC emission norms, adding to region’s pollution problem

Only two out of the 11 plants in the National Capital Region have sulphur dioxide (SO2) control measures in place and only one of these two plants is actually c

www.downtoearth.org.in

 

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[Jonas]

Meanwhile, Air Purifiers are still seen as "Ameero ke Chochle"

 

[Sushubh]

Delhi's AQI recorded under 'severe' category, fog delays several flights

Delhi's AQI recorded 'severe' at 447; ban on non-essential construction, BS-III vehicles imposed.

www.thehindu.com

 

[Jonas]

Yep, it has been pretty difficult in the winters with the purifiers running at either full blast still struggling to keep the AQ under 250 or at level 1 with the AQ above 350.

A few friends who were in Delhi yesterday, ended up coughing a lot on their way home.

 

[Skeeter]

I stopped going out due to this.

 

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[Sushubh]

BS3, BS4 car ban returns to Delhi NCR amid rising pollution: Check if your vehicle is allowed - Times of India

Following the shift of Delhi NCR's Air Quality Index (AQI) to the severe (401-450) category, Kailash Gahlot, Minister of Transport of Delhi announced

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[Sushubh]

"Sitting At Home For 3 Months": Delhi Pollution Eats Up Informal Jobs

Saroj, a 55-year-old construction worker residing near the Bakkarwala landfill site, embodies the challenges faced by informal sector workers amid the escalating air pollution crisis in Delhi.

www.ndtv.com

 

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Delhi Gets Rs 42 Crore to Combat Air Pollution, but Just 2.5% of Total Funds | Delhi News - Times of India

Delhi, one of the most polluted cities in the world, has been given Rs 42 crore by the Centre to combat air pollution. However, this amount is only 2.5% of the total funds released for 19 cities across the country.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

 

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Delhi's battle with rising air pollution | Gurgaon News - Times of India

Delhi is caught in a dust trap of its own making as air pollution continues to rise. Learn about the causes and impacts of air pollution in the city.

timesofindia.indiatimes.com