New Delhi, Dec. 5 -- Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta said the government is working on a "war footing" to tackle pollution in the national capital and stressed that public participation is essential to achieving effective, lasting results.

The Chief Minister on Thursday inspected the mist spray system installed at ITO and directed officials to ensure its efficient functioning in accordance with the prescribed schedule. She said the government is committed to addressing all sources and aspects contributing to pollution.

Cabinet Minister Ashish Sood and senior officials from various departments accompanied the Chief Minister during the inspection. She reviewed the technical features of the mist spray system and assessed its effectiveness...