Delhi, NCR Air Pollution: Odd-Even scheme in Delhi from Nov 13-Nov 20
Delhi, NCR Air Pollution LIVE Updates: Odd-Even scheme in Delhi from Nov 13-Nov 20 to curb air pollution | Mint Mint
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Delhi, NCR Air Pollution LIVE News Updates:
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that the Odd-Even scheme in Delhi from Nov 13-Nov 20 to curb pollution.
The overall air quality in Delhi continued to remain in the ‘critical’ category on Monday morning, according to the System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting and Research (SAFAR)-India.
Pollution levels in Delhi have remained in the ‘critical’ category for the past few days recording AQI in the ‘400’ range at several locations in and around Delhi.
On Monday morning overall average AQI of 471 was recorded, as per SAFAR.
Under the final stage of the pollution control plan, the state government announced a ‘work from home’ policy for 50% of government staff till the next orders.
According to data Data from the Central Pollution Control Board showed Delhi’s air quality index increased by over 200 points since October 27. The worst air quality was recorded on November 3 since the previous high of 471 was recorded on November 12, 2021, which has since been improving with relatively better wind speed. However, thick toxic haze continues to blanket the national capital on the sixth consecutive day. Stay tuned for Delhi, NCR Air Pollution LIVE News Updates.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai addressed a letter to Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav urging that only CNG, electric and BS VI-compliant vehicles be permitted in Delhi-NCR in view of the worsening air quality ahead of Diwali and expectations of further deterioration.
Stay tuned for Delhi, NCR Air Pollution LIVE News Updates.
Can’t ban firecrackers, says Bombay HC; sets time for burning crackers
Citizens have to choose between a disease-free environment and bursting firecrackers during Diwali, the Bombay High Court ruled on Monday. The court ordered a time limit for the day, allowing fireworks between 7 pm and 10 pm.
Smog engulfs Taj Mahal, tourists disappointed
Severe air pollution is not just a Delhi problem and states like Haryana, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh are dealing with the menace. The thick layer of smog engulfed Agra, leaving tourists disappointed as they were unable to see the iconic Taj Mahal properly.
Punjab reports 2,060 farm fires, AQI remains poor in Haryana
Punjab reported 2,060 cases of farm fires on Monday. Amid continous stubble burning cases, Haryana witnessed poor air quality. Its AI continued to remain in ‘severe’ and ‘very poor’ categories while it was ‘poor’ in areas of the border state.
As farmers continued to set crop residue ablaze, 2,060 fresh stubble-burning incidents were recorded in Punjab, taking the total number of such cases to 19,463 till Monday, according to Ludhiana-based Punjab Remote Sensing Centre data.
MCD forms panel to monitor work done under Winter Action Plan
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi formed a committee to monitor the work being done under its Winter Action Plan to curb severe air pollution in the city, officials said on Monday.
“The MCD has directed the implementation of restrictions under GRAP-IV across its 12 zones. We have set up a monitoring team which will look after the work being done by the surveillance teams on the ground,” Mayor Shelly Oberoi said in a press conference.
All school classes in Delhi asked to go online, except class 10 and 12 till Nov 10
In the wake of rising air pollutions, all schools in Delhi have been directed to suspend physical classes, except for classes 10 and 12, until November 10, announced Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Monday.
Several Delhi residents criticise Odd-even scheme
Amid rising air pollution in the city, several residents and welfare associations have opposed the implementation of odd-even rule in Delhi. Many other people demanded a complete lockdown to combat the rising air pollution. A network of 2500 RWAs, URJA, called the move a “political gimmick” and said that it does not have a bearing on improving the pollution.
Delhi fire department starts sprinkling water at 13 hotspots
As part of early mitigation of the menace of pollution, the Delhi Fire Services (DFS) has started sprinkling water at 13 hotspots to curb rising air pollution in the city, officials said on Monday.
The identified pollution hotspots are Narela, Bawana, Mundka, Wazirpur, Rohini, RK Puram, Okhla, Jah
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.
- Indicator: Air Quality Index (AQI) – The article mentions that the overall air quality in Delhi is in the ‘critical’ category with an AQI of 471.
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SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.
- Indicator: Air Quality Index (AQI) – The article highlights the severe air pollution in Delhi and mentions the AQI levels recorded at different locations in the city.
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SDG 13: Climate Action
- Target 13.1: Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries.
- Indicator: Air Quality Index (AQI) – The article discusses the impact of stubble burning on air quality, which is a climate-related hazard.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination. | Air Quality Index (AQI) |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management. | Air Quality Index (AQI) |
| SDG 13: Climate Action | Target 13.1: Strengthen resilience and adaptive capacity to climate-related hazards and natural disasters in all countries. | Air Quality Index (AQI) |
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