Improving public-transport uptake by enhancing the services The AAP Delhi Govt’s key strategy to combat vehicular pollution is by encouraging Delhiites to take to public transportation systems. Toward this end, Transport Minister Kailash Gehlot, on 5th Ju... read more
According to an analysis by the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE), emissions from the 13.2 million vehicles on Delhi roads is the largest internal contributor to Delhi’s PM 2.5 air pollution. The contribution of vehicles was found to be about 50-53... read more
Taking on the biggest challenge Thermal power plants shut down Coal-fired thermal power plants are a major source of air pollution. The AAP Delhi Government has shut down two thermal power plants in the last few years. The Rajghat therma... read more
Other than conventional methods for monitoring pollution, the AAP Delhi Government also uses app-based public outreach tools to monitor pollution. Monitoring Real-Time Pollution Level Manual and Real-time monitors Locations of manual and real time monitor... read more
The Aam Aadmi Party places great emphasis on Environmental protection and enhancement, and thus Delhi Government’s manifesto includes both protection and continuous expansion of green cover in the city. Tree Transplantation Policy In this direction, the A... read more
The steep increase in Delhi’s air pollution in the winter months due to crop stubble burning is a longstanding problem. A study done by the CSE (Centre for Science and Environment) on the causes of Delhi air pollution between 24th Oct and 8th Nov 202... read more
Delhi Achievements – Environment (Home of blogs showcasing AAP Government’s Delhi Achievements in the area of Environment. See Section on Water for Revival of Water Bodies, Yamuna Cleaning and Water Treatment Plants.) Comparison – 2015 versus... read more
Strengthening Infrastructure The AAP Delhi Government’s goal is to ensure reliable & uninterrupted power. With an aim to improve the reliability of power supply in the national capital territory, Delhi planned to spend ₹4600 crores on power tran... read more
Free Lifeline Electricity The AAP Delhi Government has adopted a progressive tariff structure for electricity. ‘Bijli half’ from Feb 2015 Within 2 weeks of the AAP government being sworn in the 2nd time on 14th Feb 2015, they made good on their ‘bijli hal... read more
Recognition National Recognition The “AAP Effect” The following State governments and Political Parties have adopted AAP’s free electricity scheme. (Note: Click on the tick mark ( √ ) to read the news report.) State Government Free Electricity... read more