Updated: November 5, 2022 10:05 PM IST 
Delhi-NCR Air Pollution: Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in an interview with India Today said that the issue of pollution is not just confined to Delhi alone rather it is a pan-North India problem. He also slammed the BJP for politicising the issue and reiterated that the Centre needs to step in as Delhi alone cannot fix this.
The Delhi government on Saturday morning used water sprinklers in several areas to bring the pollution levels down. Kejriwal government has decided to implement the anti-pollution curbs recommended by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), including a ban on non-BS VI diesel-run light motor vehicles. Diesel-operated medium and heavy goods vehicles registered in Delhi will not be allowed to ply in Delhi except those carrying essential commodities or providing essential services.
Violation of the Delhi government’s ban on plying of certain vehicles owing to the rise in pollution will attract a penalty of Rs 20,000.
However, all CNG and electric trucks would be allowed to enter Delhi, according to an order by the Transport Department.
Stay tuned to India.com for live updates on Delhi-NCR air pollution and more.
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Number of patients suffering from Asthma, respiratory problems & blood pressure has increased. Polluted air with increased PM 2.5 presence exacerbates breathing problems in affected people. 10-15 people & 2-3 children coming every day to hospital, said Dr Suresh Kumar, MD, LNJP, as per ANI.
Delhi continues to remain under the cover of smog even as air quality turns to ‘Very Poor’ category from ‘Severe’ category.
Video: Stubble Burning in Bhatinda
#WATCH | Punjab: Stubble burning continues in the fields of Bathinda#AirPollution pic.twitter.com/VNc5X4jkVr
— ANI (@ANI) November 5, 2022
Haryana: Farmers in Rohtak opt for converting stubble into fodder, reducing the number of stubble burning incidents in the state. “We won’t burn stubble now; it led to pollution. Govt is buying our stubble at Rs 5000/acre. We can buy fertilizers, seeds,” say local farmers as per ANI.
After Hitler, Kejriwal Has Converted City into Gas Chamber, Says BJP
A poster comparing Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal to Adolf Hitler was put up by BJP leader Tajinder Pal Singh Bagga outside Delhi BJP HQs
"He turned Delhi into a gas chamber. People are dying of pollution but he is on political tourism," says Bagga pic.twitter.com/fb8zbayvW6
— ANI (@ANI) November 5, 2022
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal On Air Pollution. Here’s What He Said To India Today
1) The problem is not just confined to Delhi alone. It is a pan-North India problem.
2) Give me 12 months and we will fix this issue.
3) Blame-game is not going to help and is not a solution to this issue.
4) We take the blame for stubble burning in Punjab.
5) The Centre needs to step in as the problem is not just in Delhi but in other northern states.
Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal On Air Pollution. Here’s What He Said To India Today
1) The problem is not just confined to Delhi alone. It is a pan-North India problem.
2) Give me 12 months and we will fix this issue.
3) Blame-game is not going to help and is not a solution to this issue.
4) We take the blame for stubble burning in Punjab.
5) The Centre needs to step in as the problem is not just in Delhi but in other northern states.
Delhi Air Pollution: New Bans That Kick In From Today
1) Primary schools will remain shut from Saturday
2) No outdoor activities for the remaining classes
3) 50 per cent of Delhi government staff to work-from-home
4) Private offices advised to follow suit
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