India’s national capital territory of Delhi has announced a series of measures to curb air pollution during winter, months ahead of the annual season when the city often becomes the world’s most polluted.
Measures to Reduce Pollution
The government has decided to impose these measures from November 1 to February 28, irrespective of the air quality index (AQI). The measures include doubling of parking charges to discourage the use of private vehicles, staggered timings at all government offices, and a ban on all outdoor civil construction activity except essential public infrastructure projects.
Between November 1 and January 31, all government and private offices will also be mandated to operate with half their staff physically present and the rest working from home. Violators will face penal action, including prosecution.
The government has also announced a cash incentive of over $1,000 to car owners willing to scrap their old vehicles for electric vehicles (EVs) as part of a new policy aimed at reducing pollution.
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