Delhi Environment Minister to hold high-level meeting to review restrictions imposed in Delhi to combat pollution
The Hindu
The Delhi government had banned construction and demolition activities in the city till November 21
Delhi Environment Minister Gopal Rai will hold a high-level meeting on November 22 with senior officers to review the restrictions imposed in the city to contain high pollution levels, officials said on November 21.
“The meeting has been called to review the restrictions which come to an end on Sunday. Officials of all departments concerned will be in attendance,” an official said.
To combat pollution, the Delhi government had on November 17 issued 10 directions, including a ban on the entry of trucks carrying non-essential items in the city and closure of schools and colleges till further orders.
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