PM Modi hails Bhupendar Yadav's Environment Day message, backs collective push for "Dust-Free Delhi"
New Delhi, June 5
On World Environment Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav's call for collective action and public participation in tackling environmental challenges through sustainable, nature-based solutions.
Sharing the message on X, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of environmentally responsible development, with a greener Delhi symbolising India's commitment to balancing growth and ecological sustainability.
"On World Environment Day, Union Minister Shri @byadavbjp calls for collective action and public participation to address environmental challenges through nature-based solutions that are sustainable, cost-effective and capable of delivering long-term ecological benefits. He emphasises that a greener Delhi will be a symbol of India's commitment to balancing development with environmental responsibility," the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) posted.
The PMO was replying to Yadav's post in which he shared an article written by him in an editorial on making the national capital dust-free.
He wrote, "The government, led by PM Shri @narendramodi ji, is determined to match the environmental responsibility with a firm resolve to mobilise collective action to protect the planet. On World Environment Day, I write on how we plan to build a dust-free Delhi."
Recently, Delhi Minister for Environment, Forest & Wildlife, Manjinder Singh Sirsa, chaired a review meeting to assess the progress of the upcoming DUST Portal 2.0, Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC)'s advanced AI-enabled environmental monitoring and compliance platform to strengthen Delhi's fight against dust pollution, which is scheduled for launch in the coming week.
The portal will help monitor parameters such as the presence of high-density green anti-dust nets and anti-smog guns. Automatic alerts will be triggered if there is any deviation in pollution levels beyond the prescribed norms, enabling timely remedial action.
Speaking on the occasion, Sirsa said, "With the vision of ensuring clean air for the people of Delhi and a healthier future for our children, we are strengthening every system and mechanism available to us. DUST Portal 2.0 will become a powerful tool in making Delhi's pollution control efforts more effective, transparent and accountable.
"Our objective is not merely to collect data but to establish accountability. Every construction site must comply with dust control norms, and technology will help us identify violations in real time. Development works in Delhi cannot come at the cost of public health. DUST Portal 2.0 will ensure transparency, accountability and swift action against negligence," the Delhi Minister said.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As someone living in Delhi, I've seen the dust and smog get worse every year. Good to see the PM and Environment Minister taking this seriously. But we need more than just portals - stricter construction site rules and proper waste management in neighbouring states too. Cheers to a greener future! 🌱
Kudos to PM Modi and Bhupendar Yadav for pushing nature-based solutions. But can we also address the fact that Delhi's pollution comes from crop burning in Punjab and Haryana? Interstate coordination is essential, not just city-level measures. Hope this isn't just election gimmickry.
It's encouraging to see government talking about balancing development and environment. The anti-smog guns and dust nets are good short-term fixes, but what about long-term solutions like expanding green cover and promoting public transport? I hope this translates into real action on ground level. 🇮🇳
"Dust-Free Delhi" - sounds good but let's be honest, Delhi's air quality is among worst in world. We need strict enforcement, not just statements. The portal 2.0 is a step forward but without penalties for violations, it's useless. Also, what about vehicles and factories? They contribute way more than dust.
Great to see leadership on environmental issues. India's commitment to nature-based solutions is commendable. As someone who visits Delhi often, the dust is indeed a huge problem. This initiative gives me hope that our capital can breathe easier soon. Well done, Minister Yadav! 🌍
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