Delhi considers artificial rain as pollution levels worsen after festivals
Summary of 3 reports
Delhi is reviving plans to use cloud seeding, a technique involving substances like silver iodide and dry ice, to artificially induce rainfall if air quality deteriorates following Diwali and Chhath Puja celebrations. The measure aims to reduce pollution levels in the capital as worsening air quality becomes a concern.
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Delhi Plans Artificial Rain If Pollution Worsens After Diwali, Chhath Puja (opens NDTV in a new tab)
Cloud seeding is the process of adding special substances like silver iodide and dry ice to clouds to make it rain or snow in areas experiencing water scarcity, less snowfall, or to reduce hail and clear fog.
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