Status of implementation of CNG as a fuel for urban buses in Delhi

CSE blew the lid on smog and smogmakers in 1996 in its book Slow murder: The deadly story of vehicular pollution in India. The study found that the problem of vehicular pollution in India was the result of a combination of outdated engine technology, poor fuel quality, defective transportation planning and bad maintenance of vehicles on road. CSE exposed that the government was indulging in the game of blaming the victims of air pollution by forcing on them a system of pollution under control certificates. The hype over this periodic drive to test tailpipe emissions of cars in the absence of strong action in other areas, was cosmetic and diverted public attention from more serious issues of technology and transportation planning. But the connection between poor urban air quality and multiple factors such as these eluded most Indian citizens. To help citizens see through the smokescreen of pollution, to understand this vital CONNECTION, and protect public health the Right To Clean Air Campaign was launched in November 1996. Since then we are consistently campaigning to: q improve the decision-making processes related to air quality planning q build up pressure on the government for more transparent policy mechanism q raise public awareness about poor urban air quality and risks to public health If you agree with us, remember to give us your support.