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From WFH for all govt employees to 1,000 private CNG buses, here are measures suggested by the Delhi govt to tackle air pollution

According to the Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, 1000 private CNG buses are going to be hired by the Delhi government to increase the amount of public transport. It is a preventive measure to limit cars, motorbikes and other forms of vehicle pollution.

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According to reports, during a meeting, the Environment Minister, Gopal Rai was addressing the officials from several government ministries today on November 17, 2021, to review the execution of the orders given by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) on November 16, 2021, to cope up with growing levels of air pollution.

Choose carpool rather than work from home, said the Central government

With the increasing levels of air pollution, all private schools, colleges, educational institutions and offices were ordered to close, but the Central Government told the Supreme Court of India to advise the employees, to opt for carpooling rather than work from home, to reduce the air pollution. Also, the Central Government stated that it can help by reducing the number of vehicles used by the people (employees) for travelling.

Why 1000 private CNG buses are going to be hired?

According to the Environment Minister, Gopal Rai, 1000 private CNG buses are going to be hired by the Delhi government to increase the amount of public transport. It is a preventive measure to limit cars, motorbikes and other forms of vehicle pollution.

Also, the Environment Minister, Gopal Rai said that the hiring process of buses will commence on Thursday, November 18, 2021. Though buses and metro are already operating without allowing people to stand and travel, the Delhi Disaster Management Authority will be requested to review the order to expand the capacity of the existing public transportation system.

What measures are taken to prevent air pollution?

To tackle the air pollution, a water spraying system from the fire brigade department will be implemented additionally at Delhi’s 13 air pollution hotspots. The Transport Department has also given a list of the action to the police. The list consists of diesel vehicles which are older than 10 years and petrol vehicles which are older than 15 years.

Air Quality Index in Delhi:

In Delhi, the Air Quality Index (AQI) is very acute right now. After remaining in the very poor category till Tuesday on November 16, 2021, in the morning, when the AQI was recorded at 396, Delhi’s air quality returned to the severe category with a 24-hour average AQI of 403.

Air Quality Index in neighbouring cities:

Noida air quality index was 397
Gurugram air quality index was 369
Greater Noida air quality index was 361
Ghaziabad air quality index was 356.

The air quality index of the respective cities was observed at 4 pm on November 16, 2021.

Pollution Under Control certificates will also be checked, therefore checking will be intensified as the pollution is increasing day by day after a long festivities of Diwali, Chhath etc.

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Harivansh set to be elected Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairperson unopposed

Harivansh is set to be elected unopposed as Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman after no opposition nominations were filed before the deadline.

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Former Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh is set to be re-elected to the same post unopposed in the election due to be held later today.
The date has been fixed by the Chairman under the relevant rules governing the conduct of business in the Upper House.
According to sources, the deadline for submitting motions for the election was 12 noon on April 16. A total of five notices were received within the stipulated time, all proposing Harivansh for the post.

Multiple nominations, single candidate
The motions were submitted by members across parties, including Jagat Prakash Nadda, Nitin Nabin, Nirmala Sitharaman, Sanjay Kumar Jha, and Jayant Chaudhary, each backed by seconding members.
All five motions explicitly state that Harivansh be chosen as the Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha.

No opposition nomination filed

Notably, no motion was submitted by the Opposition before the deadline. This effectively clears the path for a unanimous election, as there is no contest for the position.
As per parliamentary procedure, motions will be taken up one by one. Once any one motion is adopted by the House, the remaining motions will not be put to vote.

Likely to be elected by voice vote
In line with established practice, the first motion — expected to be moved by Nadda — may be adopted through a voice vote. Following this, the Chairman will formally declare Harivansh as elected Deputy Chairman.
After the declaration, Harivansh will be escorted to the Chair by members from both the Treasury and Opposition benches, adhering to parliamentary convention.

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Amit Shah counters delimitation concerns, says southern states to gain Lok Sabha seats

Amit Shah assures Parliament that southern states will gain Lok Sabha seats after delimitation, countering opposition criticism during the women’s reservation debate.

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday addressed concerns over the proposed delimitation exercise, asserting in the Lok Sabha that southern states will not lose representation but instead see an increase in their number of seats.

His remarks came during a heated debate linked to the implementation of women’s reservation, where opposition parties have raised fears that population-based delimitation could reduce the political weight of southern states.

Shah rejected these claims, calling them misleading, and said the proposed framework ensures fairness while expanding the overall strength of the Lok Sabha.

Seat count to rise with expansion of Lok Sabha

The government has indicated that the total number of Lok Sabha seats could increase significantly as part of the delimitation process. In this expanded House, the combined representation of southern states is expected to rise from 129 seats at present to around 195 seats.

Shah emphasised that no state will lose seats in absolute terms, and the exercise is designed to reflect population changes while maintaining balance across regions.

State-wise projections shared in Parliament

During his address, Shah also provided indicative figures for individual southern states, suggesting notable increases in representation. According to the projections:

  • Tamil Nadu could see its seats rise substantially
  • Kerala, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh are also expected to gain additional seats
  • Karnataka’s representation may increase as well

These figures were presented to counter the argument that delimitation would disproportionately favour northern states.

Political debate intensifies over linkage with women’s quota

The delimitation exercise has been closely linked to the rollout of women’s reservation, which proposes one-third seats for women in Parliament and state assemblies.

Opposition leaders have questioned this linkage, arguing that tying reservation to delimitation could delay its implementation and raise federal concerns. Some leaders have also warned that the move could impact national unity if apprehensions among states are not addressed.

The government, however, maintains that the reforms are necessary to ensure equitable representation and to align the electoral system with demographic realities.

Centre dismisses ‘false narrative’ on southern states

Shah reiterated that concerns about southern states losing influence are unfounded. He said the delimitation process will increase representation across regions and described the criticism as a “false narrative” aimed at creating confusion.

The issue is expected to remain a key flashpoint as Parliament continues discussions on the women’s reservation framework and related legislative changes.

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PM Modi assures no discrimination in women’s quota, delimitation debate intensifies in Parliament

PM Narendra Modi has assured that women’s reservation will be implemented without discrimination, amid a heated debate over delimitation in Parliament.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured that there will be no discrimination in the implementation of women’s reservation, as Parliament witnessed a sharp debate over the proposed linkage between the quota and delimitation exercise.

During the ongoing special session, the government reiterated its commitment to ensuring fair representation while addressing concerns raised by opposition parties regarding the timing and structure of the legislation.

The proposed framework aims to reserve 33 percent of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies. However, its implementation is tied to a fresh delimitation exercise, which is expected after the next census.

Opposition questions timing and intent

Opposition leaders have raised concerns that linking the women’s quota to delimitation could delay its implementation. They argue that the process of redrawing constituencies may push the actual rollout further into the future.

The issue has triggered a broader political confrontation, with multiple parties questioning whether the move could alter representation across states.

Some critics have also alleged that the delimitation exercise could disproportionately benefit certain regions based on population, a charge the government has rejected.

Government reiterates commitment to fair implementation

Responding to these concerns, the Centre has maintained that the reforms are necessary to ensure accurate and updated representation based on population data.

Leaders from the ruling side have repeatedly emphasized that the process will be carried out transparently and without bias. The assurance that there will be “no discrimination” is aimed at addressing fears among states and opposition parties.

The debate marks a key moment in Parliament, with both sides engaging in intense exchanges over one of the most significant electoral reforms in recent years.

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