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NDMC's Clean Air Strategy Pays Off: No Pollution Hotspots
1 Feb
Summary
- NDMC reports no identified air pollution hotspots in its jurisdiction.
- Sustained technology upgrades and greening efforts credited for clean air.
- Over 3 million plants were planted in 2025-26, enhancing green cover.
The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) has reported a significant achievement: its jurisdiction currently has no identified air pollution hotspots. Officials attribute this success to a comprehensive strategy involving sustained technology upgrades, rigorous enforcement of environmental norms, and aggressive greening efforts.
The council's clean-air strategy is multi-layered and operates continuously. Key components include the deployment of anti-smog guns, mechanised sweepers, and misting systems. NDMC operates nine anti-smog guns, with additional units deployed at construction sites. Mechanised sweepers cover substantial distances daily, with plans to expand the fleet with new CNG and battery-operated models.
Misting systems have been installed on numerous electric poles along major roads, with plans to expand this network significantly. The council also manages construction and demolition waste, transporting it to a recycling facility. Greening remains a long-term focus, with NDMC planting 3-3.5 million shrubs and plants in 2025-26, increasing its green cover to over 47%.
Furthermore, NDMC is promoting electric mobility, operating 60 electric vehicles and installing EV charging stations across its area. These ongoing initiatives demonstrate a commitment to maintaining and expanding air quality improvements.
