Delhi spent just 1/3rd of funds received under NCAP to fight air pollution: Govt data
Launched in 2019, the NCAP is India's first national plan to set clean air targets. It aims to reduce PM10 pollution by 40% in 130 highly polluted cities by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year.
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Deccan Herald
3 days ago
- Deccan Herald
Delhi spent just 1/3rd of funds received under NCAP to fight air pollution: Govt data
Launched in 2019, the NCAP is India's first national plan to set clean air targets. It aims to reduce PM10 pollution by 40% in 130 highly polluted cities by 2026, using 2019-20 as the base year.
Time of India
05-06-2025
- Time of India
City celebrates world environment day
Indore: The city celebrated World Environment Day on Thursday with a series of vibrant and meaningful activities across various institutions and organisations. A grand awareness event was hosted at Gandhi Hall by Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) under Swachh Bharat Mission and National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The day began with a walkathon flagged off by ADC Abhilash Mishra, followed by seed ball making and a painting competition centred on environmental themes. Outstanding participants were felicitated with cash prizes and certificates. Mayor Pushyamitra Bhargav and Council Member Abhishek Sharma graced the occasion. Adding to the green momentum, the IMC launched a tree plantation drive under the 'Women For Tree' initiative. Over 300 saplings were planted at Ahilya Udyan, Sirpur Lake, Talawali Chanda, and Chhota Bangarda by women from DAY-NULM self-help groups. Key officials including Manish Sharma, Rakesh Jain, Anil Banwaria, and several corporators participated. The campaign emphasised women's vital role in ecological stewardship. DAVV organised a special symposium on the role of educational institutions in water conservation. Water Resources Minister Tulsi Silawat, speaking as the chief guest, urged universities to adopt the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' initiative and promote environmental consciousness among students. Vicechancellor, professor Rakesh Singhai, stressed that environmental responsibility is a moral duty for all. CSWT-BSF Indore launched a massive plantation campaign aiming to plant 2,000 saplings within its premises. Led by Acting IG V.T. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Kayarkar, the event saw participation from Aurobindo Hospital and MP Forest Department. Dr. Sunil Dwivedi and deputy ranger Leena Jhala were present at the event. In Ratlam, Western Railway observed the day with rallies, street plays, environmental pledges and tree plantation drives under the 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam'. Over 50 trees were planted and employees pledged to adopt and protect at least one tree. Awareness plays were performed at the station and loco care centre and eco-friendly bags were distributed at the divisional railway hospital.
Indian Express
17-05-2025
- Indian Express
How Kolkata improved its air quality within 6 years
(Written By Adrija Datta) Over a span of six years, Kolkata has demonstrated a remarkable turnaround in its air quality, transforming from one of the most polluted cities in the country in 2019 to being nationally recognised for its improved environmental standards in 2025. This progress has earned the city the third-highest performance-based incentive from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change. In 2019, Kolkata was listed among the Top 10 most polluted cities by the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP). At the time, the city's annual average PM10 level was recorded at 100 micrograms per cubic meter. Additionally, the annual average AQI at the Fort William green zone automated air monitoring station reached 343 in 2019 –categorised as 'very poor'. In contrast, in May 2025, the PM10 level ranges between 47 and 50 micrograms per cubic meter, and the AQI stands at a significantly improved 73. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, in a post on her X handle, congratulated the citizens and agencies of Kolkata for their collective efforts. 'Kolkata again shows the way! Grateful to the people of Kolkata for their support. Let's all – citizens and agencies alike – keep up the effort for a cleaner, greener city!' she wrote. Mayor Firhad Hakim echoed this sentiment while outlining the initiatives taken by the state government to address the pollution crisis. According to his X post, a multi-pronged approach was implemented to achieve these results. Measures included stringent and immediate actions for solid waste management, deployment of water sprinklers and mist cannons, mandatory use of scaffolding nets at construction sites, and the phasing out of older vehicles in favour of electric alternatives by the Kolkata Municipal Corporation and the State Transport Department. Other steps included the commitment to plant one crore saplings, installation of a dedicated construction and demolition waste processing plant, and continuous surveillance over polluting industries within the city. As part of the Central Government's urban air quality initiative, a total grant of Rs 21.02 crore was released to West Bengal in May. Of this, Rs 15.78 crore was allocated to Kolkata, while Asansol received Rs 5.24 crore. 'We left no stone unturned to improve the AQI of Kolkata,' Mayor Hakim stated. 'However, the battle is still on, and I appeal to all the citizens to come forward. It is not only a mission of the Government but also of all the citizens of Kolkata,' he added. (Adrija Datta is an intern with The Indian Express)
