Delhi AQI: 7,580 Challans Issued In 24 Hours As City Crackdown On Offenders, Over 1200 Teams Deployed

Delhi AQI: In a relentless push to combat choking air pollution, the Delhi government and allied agencies have ramped up enforcement, mechanised cleaning, and water sprinkling operations across the capital. Over the past 24 hours, authorities have issued challans to 7,580 pollution-emitting vehicles as part of a citywide crackdown, according to Jagran.com.

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa noted that despite stubble burning in neighbouring states, ongoing construction, rising vehicle numbers, and the recent Diwali green-firecracker allowance, air quality this year remains markedly better than previous seasons. "We've directed all agencies to double down on dust control," Sirsa said.

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More than 1,200 enforcement teams are patrolling to curb open waste burning, vehicular emissions, and construction dust. Supporting the ground force are 390 anti-smog guns, 280 water sprinklers, and 76 mechanised road sweepers deployed across the city.

24-Hour Action Snapshot:

-258 construction sites (under 500 sqm) inspected for compliance 

-2,300 km of roads cleaned using mechanical sweepers 

-219 illegal dumping sites checked and cleared 

-91 trucks denied entry into Delhi for pollution violations 

-341 public complaints via mobile app and social media were resolved 

-105 inter-state buses screened at Delhi borders

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The multi-pronged offensive underscores Delhi's urgent battle against hazardous AQI levels, with officials vowing sustained vigilance until air quality stabilises.