Delhi Reveals Winter Action Plan to Combat Rising Pollution; 'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' Campaign Begins Oct 26

Key measures in the Winter Action Plan

Special campaigns in pollution hotspots: The government will launch targeted campaigns in areas with high pollution levels to address specific pollution sources effectively.

Bio-decomposers for stubble burning: The use of bio-decomposers will be promoted to discourage stubble burning, a significant contributor to air pollution in the region.

Restrictions on biomass burning: Stringent restrictions on biomass burning will be enforced to reduce particulate matter emissions.

Anti-dust Measures: The plan includes rigorous enforcement of anti-dust measures to control dust pollution.

'Red Light On, Gaadi Off' campaign: The campaign aims to reduce vehicle emissions by encouraging drivers to turn off their engines at red lights. It is set to kick off from ITO Chowk, starting on Thursday. It will actively involve Delhi residents, emphasizing the importance of turning off vehicle engines while waiting at red lights. Subsequent campaign implementations are scheduled for October 28 at Barakhamba and October 30 at Chandgi Ram Akhada Chowk. The campaign will expand to cover all 70 Assembly constituencies in the city on November 2.

In addition, an awareness campaign led by the Eco Club will educate school children about the significance of switching off vehicle engines at red lights, starting from November 3.

Meanwhile, on Thursday morning, Delhi's air quality reached 256, categorizing it as 'poor.' The deteriorating air quality has been a cause for concern, with PM 2.5 and PM 10 concentrations remaining high, especially in some areas.

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