New Delhi: Delhi Mayor Shelly Oberoi unveiled the Municipal Corporation of Delhi’s (MCD) plan to tackle the rising pollution levels that challenge the city each winter. Joined by Deputy Mayor Aaley Mohammad Iqbal and Leader of the House Mukesh Goyal, Oberoi emphasized the urgency of addressing air quality issues, with the Air Quality Index already showing concerning levels, reports Millennium Post.
“Every year after September, pollution spikes in Delhi,” she said, underscoring the importance of targeting both air and dust pollution. “We need urgent measures to control illegal construction and demolition (C&D) dumping and open biomass burning,” she noted.
The MCD has formed 372 surveillance teams comprising 1,295 officers, who will monitor pollution sources in shifts, focusing on high-risk areas highlighted by the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC). “These teams will ensure compliance with environmental regulations across pollution hotspots,” Oberoi added.
To manage dust, the MCD is deploying 52 mechanical road sweepers, 195 water sprinklers, and 30 anti-smoke guns across 15,500 kilometres of roads. Over 57,000 sanitation workers will assist in these efforts. “By combining technology and manpower, we aim to reduce dust and improve air quality,” she said.
Additionally, MCD will oversee 612 sites registered on a DPCC portal, with Zonal Deputy Commissioners ensuring compliance. To manage construction dust, 55 of the 106 C&D sites have been barricaded, ensuring environmentally safe disposal of debris. “We are taking a proactive approach to responsibly handle C&D waste,” Oberoi emphasized.
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