Delhi CM Rekha Gupta approves mega projects worth over Rs 1,000 crore under 'Mission Yamuna'
New Delhi, May 24
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Sunday approved mega projects worth over Rs 1,000 crore under 'Mission Yamuna'.
According to the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), the massive funding injection is specifically earmarked for the comprehensive cleanup of the Najafgarh Drain, extensive sewage treatment upgrades, and advanced water management systems across the capital.
Earlier, the Delhi Chief Minister, accompanied by Cabinet Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa and MLA Harish Khurana, conducted an extensive on-ground inspection of "Made in India" state-of-the-art air purification technologies on Saturday.
"Delhi's battle against pollution continues unabated. This is not just a seasonal effort, but a campaign running 365 days a year for clean air and better public health. In this direction, today I conducted an on-ground inspection of "Made in India" state-of-the-art Air Purification Technologies along with Cabinet colleague Shri Manjinder Singh Sirsa ji and MLA Shri Harish Khurana ji," said CM Gupta.
The technologies inspected included the STR 101 Filterless Air Purifier system. A fleet of 21 such devices has already been installed along Sat Guru Ram Singh Marg. Operating as an advanced self-cleaning mechanism, the system actively controls smoke, dust, PM2.5, PM10, and other harmful pollutants by treating approximately 3 lakh litres of ambient air per hour.
Further expanding the clean-air initiatives, officials reviewed India's first zero-emission moving anti-smog system, the EV-mounted Anti-Smog Gun. Deployed across the heavy-traffic corridors of Kirti Nagar and Mayapuri, the electric-vehicle-mounted system is designed to significantly mitigate road dust and vehicular emission deposits. The deployment aims to establish distinct clean air corridors, ensuring better visibility and breathing comfort for local commuters and residents.
The inspection team also evaluated the PAWAN III Pollution Control Device, which has been strategically installed near the Kirti Nagar Fire Station to capture and treat toxic vehicular pollution directly at the source level. In a post on X, Gupta mentioned that the PAWAN III recorded a substantial reduction of localised particulate pollution.
Emphasising the long-term vision of the administration, she declared that these initiatives are not merely seasonal measures, but part of a sustained, 365-day campaign to ensure clean air for the capital.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Rs 1000 crore for Yamuna? Let's see how much actually reaches the riverbed. Past governments have spent crores but the river still foams like a detergent ad. Need strict monitoring of contractors and ensure sewage treatment plants actually work. The air purifier tech sounds promising though - STR 101 treating 3 lakh litres per hour is impressive!
As a Delhi resident near Kirti Nagar, the EV-mounted anti-smog gun has actually made a difference! Air feels less dusty during peak traffic hours. But these are Band-Aid solutions - we need permanent measures like green buffers, better public transport, and strict industrial emission controls. Hope CM's 365-day campaign is not just optics. ✨
Good move politically - Yamuna cleanup and air pollution are top issues for Delhi voters. But Rs 1000 crore needs to be tracked down to the last paisa. I appreciate the Made in India focus, but why no mention of involving IITs or NEERI for scientific validation of these techs? PAWAN III sounds impressive - 65% reduction in local pollution is significant if independently verified. Let's see.
I live near Mayapuri industrial area and the anti-smog guns have helped reduce visible dust. But what about the toxic gases from factories? Filterless air purifiers are good for particulate matter, but we need real-time monitoring of NOx and SO2 levels. Also, please plant more trees along roads - that's the most natural and cost-effective solution! 🌿
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