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Delhi Assembly Wraps Pollution Debate; BJP Cites 11‑Month Push, AAP Challenges Claims

The House adjourned sine die after a data‑heavy exchange focused on year‑round measures.

Overview

  • Chief Minister Rekha Gupta framed pollution as a year‑round problem and said the government has released ₹2,300 crore to the MCD for projects to cut emissions.
  • Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa highlighted landfill biomining at Okhla, Bhalswa and Ghazipur, saying about 45 acres have been reclaimed so far.
  • The government flagged transport plans including a year‑round 'No PUC, No Fuel' enforcement and a target of 7,500 electric buses, alongside actions against fake PUC centres.
  • AAP leaders disputed the BJP narrative, citing prior gains such as an increase in 'good air days' and criticising attempts like the paid artificial‑rain experiment.
  • BJP leaders noted opposition MLAs were absent during portions of the debate, and Speaker Vijender Gupta closed the Winter session after the chief minister’s remarks.