New Delhi's Winter Action Plan came into effect on Nov 1, introducing stricter pollution controls, stronger enforcement and 24-hour monitoring. (EPA Images pic)NEW DELHI: Authorities in New Delhi stepped up anti-pollution measures on Sunday, 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 Sunday, 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.
