Delhi Embarks on Cloud-Seeding Project to Combat Air Pollution
Delhi is set to conduct five cloud-seeding trials, a weather modification method aimed at inducing rain, to address air pollution. With a project cost of Rs 3.21 crore, the trials' success depends on favorable weather, and flights will operate from Delhi's outskirts. The government seeks no-objection certificates for the initiative.
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Delhi is preparing to implement a groundbreaking cloud-seeding initiative, intending to induce rainfall and tackle the city's persistent air pollution issues. The government has earmarked Rs 3.21 crore for this project, aiming for improved air quality during critical pollution periods.
The trials involve five separate cloud-seeding operations, each lasting between one and one-and-a-half hours. Conducted on the outskirts of the city to avoid airspace restrictions, the project is led by IIT Kanpur, which is responsible for selecting trial sites based on scientific and logistical criteria.
Officials are coordinating with 13 departments to secure the needed no-objection certificates, ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations. The initiative complements Delhi's ongoing AI-based monitoring systems, highlighting the government's dedication to enhancing environmental health for its residents.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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