Delhi-NCR bans construction, demolition from November 5 to 20 to curb air pollution
The Indian government has ordered a halt to all construction and demolition activities in the Delhi-NCR region from November 5 to November 20 to combat seasonal air pollution. This measure follows recent rainfall that temporarily improved air quality in the capital.
Why it matters
Air pollution in Delhi is a major public health crisis, and these seasonal restrictions are a primary tool for the government to mitigate hazardous smog levels.
Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav has announced a complete halt to construction and demolition activities across the National Capital Region (NCR) from November 5 to November 20 as part of efforts to curb rising air pollution."A complete halt of construction and demolition activities across the NCR region from November 5 to November 20 in a bid to control pollution," Yadav said, emphasising the need for strict compliance by all agencies to tackle deteriorating air quality across the region.The directive comes amid stepped-up measures to address the seasonal spike in air pollution across Delhi-NCR as winter approaches.Delhi's air quality remained in the 'Poor' category on Wednesday and Thursday, with the Air Quality Index (AQI) staying above 200.
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