The data, made available by the state’s own remote sensing centre highlights the apathy with which state and Centre administrators have approached the problem | Latest News India
The Punjab government has only recovered Rs 38.12 lakh of the Rs 2.4 crore environmental compensation it imposed on farmers for burning stubble. Farmer union leaders say they have been assured that no one will be forced to pay.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai said, "A few days back, Delhi s AQI had reached the Severe category. Yesterday, the city received light rain because of which there has been an improvement in pollution. The fluctuation will carry on. I request the people in Delhi and NCR to be alert."