WEB DESK / NEW DELHI
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) led task force has advised public in Delhi to avoid strenuous outdoor exercises between November 1 and 10 to minimize their exposure to the toxic air, and cut down the use of private cars to deal with the alarming increase of pollution in the national capital.
It also recommended stringent measures, including minimization of private vehicles and shutdown of coal and biomass industries.
The air quality in the capital city Friday recorded the worst on the pollution index this season, gradually inching towards the ‘severe’ category, with experts cautioning that the quality in Delhi-NCR might worsen from next month as wind is likely to come from the northwest direction.
In a meeting with representatives from the Environment Ministry, IMD, Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board, Haryana Pollution Control Board and Delhi Pollution Control Board on Friday, the Central Pollution Control Board-led task force appraised the members on levels of air pollution in Delhi NCR showing an upward trend.