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The NGT has closed the case against Delhi airport after DIAL demonstrated compliance with noise monitoring and public data disclosure. Daily aircraft noise levels are now accessible on the airport’s website, ensuring transparency. The Tribunal found no need for further action on runway usage concerns. DIAL has committed to maintaining regular noise data updates as per NGT directives.

Key Points: NGT Closes Delhi Airport Noise Case After DIAL Data Transparency

  • NGT acknowledges DIAL's compliance with noise data transparency
  • Daily aircraft noise levels now published on airport website
  • Runway 29/11 concerns addressed with no further action needed
  • DIAL commits to monthly noise data updates
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NGT acknowledges noise data transparency at Delhi airport, disposes matter

NGT disposes Delhi airport noise matter as DIAL complies with transparency directives, publishing real-time noise data online for public access.

"DIAL has met the Tribunal’s directives on noise monitoring and public disclosure – NGT Bench"

New Delhi June 27

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has acknowledged that Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has complied with its earlier directives on aircraft noise monitoring and public disclosure at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, and accordingly disposed off the matter.

These directions stemmed from a petition citing excessive nighttime noise and insufficient data transparency.

In a recent order, the bench--comprising Justice Prakash Shrivastava (Chairperson) and A Senthil Vel (Expert Member)--reviewed DIAL's compliance status and acknowledged that the airport authority had met the Tribunal's directives.

A report submitted by DIAL confirmed that daily aircraft noise levels are now being published on its official website. This data, collected through Noise Monitoring Terminals installed along the runways' approach and departure paths, is readily accessible to the public via the Corporate Sustainability section of the airport's website.

DIAL further assured the Tribunal that it would maintain regular monthly updates containing daily data, in accordance with the mandate.

The airport operator also reiterated its commitment to staying within the permissible aircraft noise limits outlined in the relevant government notification. Noise data for March 2024, including daily figures, has already been uploaded for public review.

Addressing concerns about the overuse of runway 29/11 and its potential impact on local residents, the Tribunal noted that no specific directions had been issued in earlier proceedings. As such, no further action was warranted. With DIAL demonstrating full compliance, the Tribunal deemed additional orders unnecessary at this time.

- ANI

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Rajesh K.
Good to see DIAL taking noise pollution seriously! As someone living near the airport, the late-night flights have been a nightmare. Hope they maintain this transparency consistently 🤞
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Priya M.
Transparency is good, but will this actually reduce noise levels? Many residents have complained for years. Data alone won't solve the problem - need stricter enforcement of noise limits!
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Amit S.
Finally some action! Though I wonder why it took NGT intervention to make this happen. Our authorities should be proactive about citizen welfare, not wait for court orders.
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Sunita R.
As a frequent flyer, I appreciate Delhi airport's efforts to balance operations with environmental concerns. Hope other Indian airports follow this example 👍
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Vikram J.
The real test will be during winter when fog diverts many flights to late night/early morning slots. That's when noise pollution peaks. Let's see if DIAL maintains standards then.
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Neha P.
While transparency is welcome, most affected residents don't have time to check websites daily. Why not SMS alerts when noise exceeds limits? That would be true public service.

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