Delhi's Air Pollution Battle: Civil Defence Volunteers Deployed Again

In an effort to address Delhi's persistent air pollution, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has re-authorized Civil Defence Volunteers for four months starting in November 2024. This comes after last year's service termination. Saxena also proposed a structured plan for bus marshals, urging the Delhi government for dedicated schemes and budget provisions.

In an effort to address the ongoing air pollution crisis in Delhi, Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena has approved the redeployment of Civil Defence Volunteers (CDVs) for a four-month period starting November 1, 2024.

This marks a turnaround from last year's decision to terminate the volunteers' services. Saxena has also urged the creation of a dedicated scheme for bus marshals, emphasizing the need for a well-defined plan outlining their roles and service conditions.

The lieutenant governor directed immediate steps for creating official posts and ensuring budget provisions, pushing for a long-term solution. The AAP government has pledged budgetary support and stated that only the lieutenant governor can develop this scheme.

(With inputs from agencies.)