After experiencing dense smog for a week, weather condition improving in Delhi-NCR

New Delhi, November 15: After experiencing dense smog for about a week, the air quality in National Capital region continues to improve as the level of pollutants is on a decline.

Appreciating the discipline shown by the public in general, Dr. Harsh Vardhan added that this has largely been achieved due to efforts of various government agencies and public participation based on voluntary actions.

He further added that the IMD has predicted that weather conditions are likely to become more favourable for dispersal of pollutants over next 2-3 days and hence, air quality is expected to improve further.

During the Task Force Meeting held at CPCB on Monday, the measures taken by the SPCBs were reviewed and they were requested to intensify the actions against violators, especially in industrial and the construction sectors, added Dr Harsh Vardhan.

“At this juncture, while all government agencies have to maintain highest level of alertness and continue intense efforts at checking pollution, I would like to appeal to all citizens in Delhi & NCR to continue the good work and help us with achieving better levels of air quality”, added Dr Harsh Vardhan.

The Central Pollution Control Board ADG Dr. D Saha has forecast further improvement in weather conditions which is likely to help disperse pollutants leading to further improvement in the air quality.

The Delhi government has said, the ban on the entry of trucks in the national capital has been extended till further orders due to fluctuating levels of air pollution.

The central government in its advisory also asked people not to smoke any tobacco product, indoor as well as outdoor, and minimise the use of deodorants and room sprays as much as possible.

Also, a municipal corporations in Delhi has hiked the parking fee four-times hike and the DMRC has announced to undertake over 180 additional trips.