Only trucks, vans powered by CNG can enter Delhi from Saturday
Highlights
- The capital city is struggling with high levels of pollution
- The ban will remain until December 3
- Delhi on Monday lifted its ban on construction and demolition activities
New Delhi:
Today, Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said that only trucks and vans powered by Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), except those engaged in essential services, will be allowed to enter Delhi from the 27th. /11. The capital city, which is struggling with high levels of pollution, on November 22 banned heavy cargo vehicles carrying non-essential items from the city to combat air pollution.
He said after a review meeting with senior officials, the ban on the entry of trucks operated with other fuels would remain in place until December 3.
Offline classes in schools, colleges and other educational institutions – suspended due to high levels of pollution – will resume from November 29, the minister said.
All government offices will be open from Monday, he said, urging government employees to use public transport. Mr. Rai added.
The Delhi government on Monday lifted the ban on construction and demolition activities as air quality improved.
On November 13, the city government ordered the closure of all educational institutions in Delhi due to high levels of air pollution.
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