The persistent air pollution problem in Delhi presents a major risk to people’s health, urban infrastructure, and the overall quality of life. This study critically evaluates the government’s policies and initiatives to manage and mitigate air pollution disasters in the city. Delhi and its surrounding areas suffer from severe air pollution, mainly caused by hazardous pollutants produced by transportation, traffic congestion, polluting industries, construction activities and burning of crop residues. Delhi had 209 days with good to moderate air quality (AQI 200 and below) and 157 days with poor to severe air quality (AQI 201-400 and above) in 2024. In contrast, 2023 saw 159 days fall into the poor to severe category, which was slightly higher than in 2024 (MoEFCC, 2024, December 31). Many programs have been started by the government to reduce air pollution, such as National Air Quality Index (AQI) under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. This study aims to examine the causes of air pollution and its associated health problems and to review government initiatives to control air pollution and its effects. To achieve objectives, secondary information has been collected from Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), and Press Information Bureau (PIB), which have been used to analyse the Air Quality Index (AQI) data. Despite several government initiatives, air pollution in Delhi remains a serious problem for our wellbeing of living environment. The government has implemented many mitigation plans. The objectives of greening cities, along with the adoption of other sustainable practices, can substantially contribute to controlling air pollution. This study underlines the need for citizens and policymakers to take action to prevent air pollution and associated health problems and creates a healthy environment.
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