‘Limited change’ in cities under clean air scheme-
✓Ghaziabad was found to be the most polluted of the 56 cities in North India for which data on PM2.5 levels in 2021 was taken in a study by Centre for Science and Environment (CSE).
✓Followed by Delhi, Faridabad and Noida
● Pollution levels:
✓Delhi, Ghaziabad and Noida are on the list of ‘non-attainment cities’ that receive funding under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
✓Only 7 cities in the NCR region are covered under 2 central government programs that provide funds to mitigate air pollution.
✓Khurja and Alwar are also on the list of non-attainment cities
✓Required to reduce air pollution by 20% to 30% by 2024 under the NCAP.
