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The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India\u2019s report on vehicular air pollution in Delhi has highlighted major shortcomings in the Pollution Under Control (PUC) certification system, vehicle emission data, and public transport infrastructure.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Findings of the CAG Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The CAG report<\/strong>, titled \u2018Performance Audit of Prevention and Mitigation of Vehicular Air Pollution in Delhi\u2019<\/em> for the year ending March 31, 2021<\/strong>, was tabled by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta<\/strong> in the Delhi Legislative Assembly<\/strong> on Tuesday. The report underscores the failure of the previous AAP government<\/strong> in effectively tackling air pollution, which was a major election issue for the BJP<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Major Concerns Raised:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Discrepancies in PUC Certification:<\/strong> The CAG flagged issues in the Pollution Under Control (PUC) system<\/strong>, indicating lapses in ensuring proper emission checks for vehicles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Lack of Vehicle Emission Data:<\/strong> The report pointed out the absence of data<\/strong> regarding the type and number of vehicles on Delhi roads and their emission loads.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Shortage of Public Transport Buses:<\/strong> A significant deficit in public buses and last-mile connectivity options<\/strong> has forced greater reliance on private vehicles, exacerbating pollution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Non-Implementation of Cleaner Transit Alternatives:<\/strong> The previous government failed<\/strong> to introduce Monorail, Light Rail Transit, and Electronic Trolley Buses<\/strong>, which could have reduced pollution levels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Inaccuracies in CAAQMS Data:<\/strong> The Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS)<\/strong> have reported inaccurate data<\/strong>, affecting pollution mitigation strategies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Alarming Air Pollution Trends<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    The findings hold significance as Delhi\u2019s air quality<\/strong> was categorized as \u2018poor\u2019 to \u2018severe\u2019<\/strong> for 1,195 out of 2,137 days (56%)<\/strong> over the last five years, severely affecting public health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    The CAG report<\/strong> specifically examined the transport sector\u2019s contribution<\/strong> to air pollution, identifying vehicular emissions as the largest controllable pollution source<\/strong> within Delhi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Future Implications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    With the report highlighting critical gaps in the previous administration\u2019s efforts<\/strong>, the current government faces urgent pressure<\/strong> to implement corrective measures, including strengthening public transport infrastructure, enforcing stricter PUC norms, and promoting greener alternatives<\/strong> to personal vehicles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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