LeadStory

How is India fighting climate change?

Asked 2 hours ago

Answer

India combats climate change in New Delhi by deploying water sprinklers, banning older diesel trucks, pausing construction, and promoting online classes and remote work. However, the Supreme Court criticizes these as short-term measures, urging long-term planning for effective pollution control.

Now Playing

DW News

Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution

DW News · New
DW News
DW News
New
  • Thick smog blankets New Delhi, reducing sunlight and visibility
  • Pollution from vehicles, construction, and crop burning worsens in winter 7s
  • Authorities ban older diesel trucks and pause construction work 56s
  • Schools move online and remote work is encouraged for residents 1m 14s
  • Supreme Court calls anti-pollution measures a total failure 1m 24s

References

Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution
Icon
DW News
11 hours ago
Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution

Authorities deploy water sprinklers and ban older diesel trucks from entering the city to improve air quality.

Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution
Icon
DW News
11 hours ago
Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution

Construction work is paused, and compensation is promised for day labourers affected by the halt.

Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution
Icon
DW News
11 hours ago
Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution

Officials ask schools to switch to online classes and encourage remote work to ease pollution's impact on residents.

Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution
Icon
DW News
11 hours ago
Smog chokes New Delhi despite India's push against pollution

India's Supreme Court calls current anti-pollution measures a total failure and emphasizes the need for long-term planning to achieve meaningful reductions.

What Are People Asking?