New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Saturday expressed its serious concerns at the worsening condition of the air quality in Delhi, and asked the Central Government to take immediate measures to address the situation after discussing the same with concerned state government.
The Bench has also suggested that a complete 2 day lockdown might be imposed to handle the situation, if required.
Concerning the urgent meeting the Court had also commented that an attempt was made to project that the subtle burning was the major cause and lamented that “farmer bashing has become a fashion now” .The Court had observed that there should be focus on other causes of pollution like Industries and vehicular emission.
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai on Sunday said his department has issued a notification for effective implementation of the emergency measures announced by the state government to tackle air pollution.
He also said the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) government will submit a proposal on clamping a lockdown in view of the rising air pollution in the national capital and its modalities to the Supreme Court.
“In the order issued on late Saturday night by the department, we have clarified that those schools or educational institutions where exams are already being conducted will remain open. All other educational institutions will be closed till November 20,” the minister told reporters at a press conference.
He also added in his statement that all schools, libraries and institutions will remain shut till November 20, except those where exams are being conducted. Construction and demolition activities will be banned till November 17. The notification issued by the environment secretary of the Delhi government said all construction activities will be closed in the city till November 17 with immediate effect.The government employees of all departments except those involved in emergency services will work from home till November 17. We have issued an advisory to private firms to allow work from home for their employees as well,”he added.
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