Tag: Delhi's Cabinet Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa

New Delhi: Delhi's Environment Minister, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, announced on Thursday that over 30 acres of the 62-acre Okhla landfill have been successfully reclaimed,...

Experts highlighted the urgency of accelerating the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in public transportation and phasing out old, polluting vehicles from the city's roads. They also proposed expanding the Delhi Metro network to ensure convenient access to metro stations within 400 meters of every citizen's residence. This move aims to enhance public transport infrastructure and reduce reliance on private vehicles, ultimately reducing air pollution levels.

During the inspection, Sirsa highlighted the urgent need for enhanced dust control, traffic diversions, and the expansion of greenery to improve air quality along the highway. He was accompanied by officials from various organizations, including the Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), Public Works Department (PWD), Airports Authority of India, National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), and Delhi Traffic Police.

MCD Commissioner Ashwini Kumar recognized the immediate need for action in waste management. He identified systemic issues that have hindered effective waste removal and outlined comprehensive plans to address them. Despite the challenges, Kumar guaranteed that existing resources and contractors would be used efficiently to improve waste disposal practices citywide.