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CPCB has an explanation for missing Diwali data. It doesn’t have a solution

Delhi-NCR’s Diwali was its most polluted in five years and, by official data, the fourth most polluted day of the year. But once again, it exposed gaps in pollution data and the government’s system to measure and publicise air toxicity.

Newslaundry · Nov 12

Delhi's Diwali pollution puzzle: Updated data shows massive spikes, gaps remain

On Diwali night, alarming gaps in air quality monitoring data raised serious concerns about pollution levels in Delhi. Some monitoring stations displayed particulate matter levels far exceeding prescribed limits. The Central Pollution Control Board revealed data omissions during the critical pollution period.

The Economic Times · Nov 10

'Data eclipse': Questions over Delhi AQI data as several monitoring stations go offline on Diwali night

Delhi recorded its most polluted Diwali in five years, with the average AQI touching 376, but questions have emerged over the reliability of official data after 36 of its 59 monitoring stations stopped reporting readings at 1 am during peak pollution hours. Private platforms reported significantly higher pollution levels, with…

The Economic Times · Nov 9

Delhi HC Rejects Plea Against Absolute Firecracker Ban

Noting the pendency of issues related to firecrackers before the Supreme Court, the Delhi High Court on Thursday refused to entertain a petition challenging Delhi Pollution Control Committee's complete ban on sale and use of all kinds of firecrackers.Read more on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Oct 20, 2022

NGT directs DPCC to ensure parks not used for non-conforming purposes

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Delhi Pollution Control Committee and the municipal corporation to ensure that public parks are not used for installation of mobile towers or any other non-conforming purposes. Read more on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jul 24, 2022

Gopal Rai says Delhi govt to study gas sucking system used in Mumbai to curb landfill fires

NEW DELHI: To prevent fires at landfills, Delhi government will study the gas sucking system, which is used in Mumbai, and replicate it in the capital, environment minister Gopal Rai said on Thursday. The minister announced this after chairing a joint meeting with experts from IIT Delhi, TERI, Centre for…

The Times of India · Apr 21, 2022

Ghazipur fire: Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai asks pollution panel to impose Rs 50 lakh fine on EDMC

NEW DELHI: Environment minister Gopal Rai on Wednesday directed the Delhi Pollution Control Committee to impose a fine of Rs 50 lakh on the East Delhi Municipal Corporation and take action against officials responsible for a massive fire at the Ghazipur landfill site two days ago.

The Times of India · Mar 30, 2022

Ghazipur fire: Delhi govt orders a probe, AAP blames EDMC

NEW DELHI: Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai on Monday ordered an inquiry into the fire incident at Ghazipur and asked Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) to submit a report in 24 hours. Despite repeated warnings, the civic bodies have failed to understand their duties, Rai alleged.

The Times of India · Mar 28, 2022

Delhi: Rain in excess, but Yamuna pollution still rises, says report

NEW DELHI: The record rainfall this January and February did nothing to dilute the pollution in the Yamuna, reveals the monthly status report. In fact, the analysis by Delhi Pollution Control Committee found the water quality worsened from December to February.

The Times of India · Mar 5, 2022