"The action plan lists key actions that the task force will monitor. It is recognised that the agencies responsible for the various determinants of air quality will take a number of other steps based on their assessment of need. "Strict action should be taken regarding brick kilns operating in the NCR, especially in areas like Bagpat (UP), Jhajjar (Haryana) without environmental clearance. Policy support to encourage electric vehicles, prioritising the use of EVs for public transport and promoting shared and connected mobility. "In collaboration with the traffic police, identify choke points and take up projects to reduce congestion at these points.

Source: Economic Times December 27, 2017 11:15 UTC