Overview

• Delhi government and IIT Kanpur signed a memorandum to run a limited, scientific pilot targeting pollution relief in northwest Delhi.
• IIT Kanpur is authorised to operate Cessna 206‑H VT‑IIT from October 1 to November 30 with up to five trials planned, subject to suitable clouds.
• Officials target an initial window of October 7–11 with sorties to fly from Hindon airbase and focus on north and northwest Delhi.
• Operations must follow Visual Flight Rules with prior ATC coordination, avoid restricted airspace, bar aerial photography, and use only licensed, experienced domestic crew.
• Impact will be evaluated in real time using nearby CAAQMS stations for PM2.5 and PM10, with scheduling tied to IMD short‑range forecasts and inter‑agency clearances.