Delhi's Pollution Crisis: The Minister's Master Plan

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav proposes a robust plan to curb pollution in Delhi NCR. Key measures include halting demolition during peak pollution months, enhancing public transport connectivity, and clearing illegal parking. The goal is a 40% reduction in air pollution within a year.

Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav announced that no demolition work would be allowed in the National Capital Region during high pollution months from October to December.

Leading a pivotal meeting with Delhi and Sonepat municipal leaders, Yadav stressed that construction work can only proceed after waste management systems are established within a 10-kilometer range.

Yadav aims for a 40% reduction in air pollution by next year, urging legislative reforms and enforcement. Improving Delhi's global standing is critical, with actionable plans to tackle illegal parking and enhance road infrastructure to ease traffic congestion.

(With inputs from agencies.)