New Delhi, Aug. 2 -- The Supreme Court on July 22 directed the Ministry of Power to convene a joint meeting with key energy regulators to formulate a comprehensive strategy for reducing carbon emissions from coal-fired power plants.
A Bench comprising Justice PS Narasimha and Justice AS Chandurkar expressed concern over persistent regulatory inaction, warning that delays in implementing pollution control measures would severely impact air quality in Delhi and its surrounding areas.
Relying on a report submitted by the Amicus Curiae, the Court observed that thermal power plants were among the largest contributors to PM2.5 emissions in the Delhi-NCR region.
The report highlighted that despite clear government mandates, flue-gas desulphuri...