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Delhi Announces Winter Action Plan to Combat Air Pollution

Aarav SharmaSource: hindustantimes.com
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Delhi Announces Winter Action Plan to Combat Air Pollution
Delhi Announces Winter Action Plan to Combat Air PollutionSource: hindustantimes.com
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Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a Winter Action Plan to combat air pollution, with measures set to remain in force from November 1 to February 28. Vehicles not meeting BS-VI emission standards will be barred from entering the city, while parking charges will be doubled and office timings staggered to reduce pollution. The plan also includes a 50% work-from-home mandate and restrictions on construction and demolition activities.

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