Environment Minister Gopal Rai conducted a demonstration of drone-based services on Friday to identify pollution sources in hotspot areas. He noted that if the pilot proves successful, it will help improve conditions in heavily polluted regions.
The demonstration took place at Wazirpur, one of Delhi’s pollution hotspots, where Rai also discussed the new 21-point Winter Action Plan aimed at addressing various pollution sources such as dust, vehicle emissions, and open burning.
He urged residents to actively participate in pollution reduction efforts and said, "The Delhi government is working tirelessly, day and night, to combat pollution."
"The use of drones marks a pioneering step in pollution monitoring in Delhi. Drones will operate within a 200-metre range, capturing images of pollution sources which will then be analysed for targeted action. The drones will fly at an altitude of 120 metres, allowing for effective monitoring of areas prone to high pollution levels," Rai said.
"Today’s demonstration is part of a broader strategy to monitor 13 hotspots known for their significant pollution impact," he said.
Additionally, Rai acknowledged recent improvements in air quality attributed to strong winds dispersing pollutants.
He explained, "Following rainfall, the sudden change in wind patterns led to a temporary increase in pollution levels, but the strong winds are now helping to clear the air."
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