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What initiatives were taken for reducing vehicular air pollution in Delhi? Has air quality improved in Delhi?

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution 1. **Introduction to the Issue**: - Delhi has faced severe air pollution problems, particularly due to vehicular emissions. Various initiatives have been implemented to address this issue. 2. **Usage of CNG**: - One of the primary initiatives was the promotion of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) as an alternative fuel for vehicles. CNG is a cleaner fuel compared to petrol and diesel, which helps in reducing harmful emissions. ...
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