Delhi Intensifies Dust Control Battle: Anti-Smog Guns, Sprinklers & Sweepers in Action

Delhi’s Dust-Control Drive Gains Momentum

Delhi is escalating its fight against hazardous air pollution with a large-scale deployment of dust control technologies. This campaign follows urgent directions from the Supreme Court and reviews by the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Key Highlights:

• 388 anti-smog guns deployed across the city to spray fine mist and suppress dust.
• 270 water sprinklers operating daily to reduce particulate matter on roads.
• 75 mechanical road sweepers covering thousands of kilometers to clear dust and debris.
• 326 mist spray systems installed at 13 major pollution hotspots.
• Round the clock enforcement teams monitoring compliance and ensuring sustained operations.
• Initiative aims to mitigate dust pollution, a major contributor to Delhi’s deteriorating air quality during winter months.

This intensified campaign reflects Delhi’s commitment to tackling its chronic pollution crisis, combining technology with strict enforcement to protect public health.

Sources: The New Indian Express, MSN News, CNBC TV18.