NEW DELHI, Nov 1 — Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures today, including higher parking fees and work-from-home orders, seeking to curb toxic smog in one of the world’s most polluted capitals.
The restrictions, which came into force today, include a doubling of vehicle parking charges and work-from-home arrangements for government and private-sector offices aimed at cutting traffic emissions.
Authorities will also bar vehicles that do not comply with mandated emission standards from entering the capital, while a ban on all dust-generating demolition and outdoor construction activity takes effect immediately.
“From November 1... Delhi’s Winter Action Plan comes into effect with stricter pollution controls, stronger enforcement and 24×7 monitoring,” Chief Minister Rekha Gupta’s office said in a statement.
