Govt plans artificial rain trials

STRENGTHENS ANTI-POLLUTION MEASURES

- AIMAN FATIMA

NEW DELHI: In a bid to combat severe air pollution, the Delhi government is considering artificial rain trials, subject to the results of upcoming water sample tests. Environment minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa stated that the initiative is part of a broader strategy targeting multiple pollution hotspots across Delhi-NCR to ensure a lasting impact.

Sirsa emphasised the government's proactive stance on pollution control, noting that improvements have already been observed. He highlighted that efforts are intensifying to achieve better air quality than in previous years. Speaking on the artificial rain proposal, he said, "We have asked for detailed reports to determine whether the chemicals used in artificial rain could have any harmful effects on the human body or skin."