New Delhi, Feb 14 (NationPress) On Saturday, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta officially launched 120 mist spray systems located at Indira Gandhi International Airport, as confirmed by an official statement.

The Chief Minister highlighted that the government is adopting a scientific approach towards pollution management through short-term, mid-term, and long-term strategies.

“This mist spray program signifies a crucial advancement in our efforts to mitigate air pollution in the national capital, ensuring a clean and healthy atmosphere for travelers,” she remarked.

The Chief Minister further emphasized that the Delhi government aims to achieve complete electrification of the public bus fleet by 2029, enhance the Metro network, create EV charging facilities, deploy over 1,000 water sprinklers across the city, and utilize AI-driven dust monitoring at construction sites.

She asserted that these initiatives will not only drastically cut down pollution levels but also contribute to making Delhi one of the most livable cities in India.

Reinforcing the government's commitment, she stated that progressing towards clean air, green transport, and sustainable growth remains a top priority, with ongoing efforts in this regard.

Notable attendees included South Delhi MP Ramvir Singh Bidhuri, Bijwasan MLA Kailash Gahlot, and the airport operating company’s director, Narayan Rao Kada, along with other dignitaries.

The Chief Minister also mentioned that the Delhi government has previously installed mist spray systems on major roads and at 143 elevated Metro stations.

Moreover, the real-time monitoring network has expanded to 46 Metro stations, making it the largest of its kind in any city across the nation. The ‘Vayu Rakshak’ initiative is also ensuring rigorous adherence to pollution control norms, she added.

Describing Delhi Airport as the busiest airport in the national capital region, CM Rekha Gupta noted that it is projected to surpass 100 million passengers and rank as the world’s fifth-largest airport in the coming years.

The newly installed mist systems will enhance air quality for passengers and bolster the environmental image of the capital.

Expressing gratitude to the funding company, she remarked that this initiative embodies a spirit of social responsibility and nation-building.

“When the government collaborates with private entities with a shared vision, the pace of development accelerates. Plans to extend the mist system to 600 poles in the future will further enhance dust control at the airport and surrounding areas,” she concluded.