Delhi-NCR: Ban on coal, other unapproved fuels comes into effect
A stringent ban on the use of coal and other unapproved fuels in industries and commercial establishments came into force in Delhi-NCR on Sunday, with officials saying defaulting units will be closed down without any warning.
However, the use of low-sulphur coal in thermal power plants is allowed, the central government’s Commission for Air Quality Management said (CAQM).
The ban is part of a comprehensive policy released by the CAQM in July last year. The policy lists sector-wise action plans to curb air pollution in Delhi-NCR in the next five years.
