New Delhi: In a significant achievement for environmental governance, the BJP-led government has implemented robust measures to curb air pollution over the past 11 months, according to BJP leader Manjinder Singh Sirsa. Speaking at a press conference today, Sirsa highlighted a series of concrete actions that have yielded measurable results in improving air quality across major cities.
The government’s multi-pronged strategy includes stricter enforcement of emission norms for industries and vehicles, widespread adoption of clean energy sources, and aggressive afforestation drives. ‘We’ve moved beyond rhetoric to real action,’ Sirsa emphasized, pointing to data showing a noticeable dip in AQI levels in Delhi and surrounding regions.
Key initiatives under the National Clean Air Programme have been accelerated, with over 500 polluting units shut down and electric vehicle infrastructure expanded exponentially. Sirsa also credited community participation programs that engaged millions in waste segregation and tree-planting campaigns.
Critics have long accused the administration of inaction on pollution, but Sirsa countered with statistics: PM2.5 levels have dropped by 25% in key hotspots, and stubble burning incidents reduced by 40% through subsidized machinery for farmers.
As winter approaches—a season notorious for smog—Sirsa assured continued vigilance. ‘This is just the beginning. Our commitment to breathable air for every citizen remains unwavering,’ he declared, urging opposition parties to support rather than politicize the efforts.
The announcements come amid growing public concern over health impacts of pollution, with hospitals reporting fewer respiratory cases linked to improved air quality. Experts monitoring the situation validate the progress, though they stress sustained efforts are crucial for long-term gains.