Delhi

New Delhi: Delhi’s much-awaited cloud-seeding experiment to tackle post-Diwali pollution is set to begin soon, with all necessary clearances now in place. Officials confirmed that the operation will commence once the India Meteorological Department (IMD) gives the final approval, likely within two to three days after Diwali, depending on the availability of suitable clouds.

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa announced that the project’s preparatory phase has been successfully completed, including a four-day pilot training and area familiarization exercise. “We have received all required permissions and our pilots are fully trained. Both have completed area trials to familiarize themselves with the terrain and flight patterns. Once the Meteorological Department gives the go-

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