The Truth Behind Delhi's ₹10 Crore Mist System

SESD FIELD REPORT By Sanjay Marale 14.2.26

SESD INVESTIGATIVE TEAM

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₹4 CRORE SPENT. SYSTEM RUNS ONLY 2-4 HRS. ITS NOT ENOUGH TO STOP DUST

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THE GAP IN REALITY

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200 ANTI-SMOG GUNS

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HIT & RUN EFFECT: DUST SETTLES FOR A MOMENT, BUT RETURNS ONCE TRUCK LEAVES

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NO REAL TIME MONITORING

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PM10 vs. PM2.5

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SCIENCE FIRST SOLUTION

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