CAQM orders MCD to clear dust and garbage from 12 zones by October 31
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims·
Inter-agency coordination and waste management: a GS3 Environment and Urban Governance case study.
Why in news
The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) ordered the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) to clear dust and garbage from 12 zones by October 31 following a series of violations.
Background
The CAQM, led by Chief Rajesh Verma, identified 17 violations across 35 kilometres of road during an inspection on October 3. The order mandates the removal of dust, garbage, and the repair of potholes in 12 zones of Delhi.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCAQM: Commission for Air Quality Management is the body overseeing air quality measures in the NCR region.
- PlaceMCD: Municipal Corporation of Delhi is the local body responsible for waste management and road maintenance in Delhi.
- FactThe CAQM identified 17 violations across 35 kilometres of road during the October 3 inspection.
Prelims practice question
Which body is responsible for overseeing air quality measures in the National Capital Region (NCR)?
- (a)National Green Tribunal
- (b)Commission for Air Quality Management
- (c)Delhi Pollution Control Committee
- (d)Central Pollution Control Board
Show answer
Answer: (b) Commission for Air Quality Management — The note identifies CAQM as the body overseeing air quality measures in the NCR region.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the institutional challenges in coordinating waste management and dust control between central and local bodies to combat air pollution in the National Capital Region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Jurisdictional friction: Overlapping mandates between CAQM and MCD leading to delayed enforcement
- Enforcement gap: Lack of real-time monitoring for road maintenance and waste clearance
- Infrastructure deficit: Inadequate waste processing capacity in Delhi's urban zones
Keywords: Air Quality Management · Urban Waste Management · Inter-agency Coordination · Pollution Mitigation · Regulatory Compliance
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