Delhi's air quality doesn’t indicate enough steps taken: NGT
Tuesday, 21 November 2023 The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has expressed concern over the lack of improvement in Delhi's air quality and the authorities' efforts to control pollution. After reviewing reports on the city's air quality, the NGT directed the authorities to take steps to improve the situation. The tribunal also noted that measures to prevent stubble burning in Punjab have not been effective, despite previous orders from the tribunal and ongoing consideration of the issue by the Supreme Court. The Punjab government has assured the NGT that it will take necessary measures to address the problem.
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