Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa on Thursday directed all District Magistrates (DMs) to undertake a mapping of pollution hotspots and adopt a coordinated approach towards improving the Capital’s air quality.

“Dust pollution remains one of the most significant contributors to Delhi’s deteriorating air quality. Every DM must proactively identify sources of dust generation and work with all departments concerned to implement effective mitigation measures,” Mr. Sirsa said after chairing a review meeting on air pollution.

He said whether it is damaged roads, construction activity or poor maintenance, every source of dust must be addressed through “coordinated and result-oriented action”.