Delhi considers cloud seeding for pollution
Delhi government is considering artificial rain through cloud seeding to address escalating pollution. (Photo: Agencies)
Delhi minister consults IIT Kanpur on artificial rain
Delhi's environment minister Gopal Rai consults with IIT Kanpur team to assess the viability of artificial rain. (ANI photo)
Delhi might witness simulated rainfall
Gopal Rai mentioned that if the sky is cloudy on November 20 and 21, Delhi might witness simulated rainfall. (ANI photo)
Artificial rain includes chemical release from aircraft
Artificial rain, includes releasing chemicals such as silver iodide, potassium iodide, and dry ice into the atmosphere using aircraft or helicopters. (PTI photo)
IIT Kanpur spearheads artificial rain for Delhi's pollution
IIT Kanpur leads a pioneering effort to induce artificial rain as a temporary solution to combat pollutants and dust in Delhi. (IANS photo)
IIT conveyed estimated cost for the project
IIT team conveyed to the Delhi government that the projected cost for the project is approximately Rs 1 lakh per square kilometer. (PTI photo)
Delhi govt to fund artificial rain if Centre supports
Delhi government will fund artificial rain if the Centre supports by November 20, says official. (PTI photo)
Artificial rain requires multiple approval
Cloud seeding requires approval from multiple authorities, including the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Special Protection Group. (Agencies photo)
Artificial rain provides short term relief
Artificial rain provides temporary relief but isn't sustainable. (BCCL photo)
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