New Delhi, April 6, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced that the government will track spending across 17 key departments to ensure funds allocated for environmental initiatives are effectively used to combat pollution and improve sustainability.
The move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen coordination among departments and ensure that financial allocations are aligned with measurable environmental outcomes. The Chief Minister said a strong and structured policy approach is essential to tackle challenges such as air pollution and rising temperatures in the national capital.
She stated that a total of ₹22,236 crore has been earmarked for green initiatives in the 2026 to 27 financial year, with responsibilities distributed among various departments to enable a unified and result oriented approach.
According to the plan, all departmental expenditures will be mapped against specific environmental goals, ensuring accountability and transparency in how funds are utilized.
A significant portion of the allocation includes ₹6,485 crore for the Delhi Jal Board to focus on cleaning the Yamuna and expanding water treatment capacity. The transport sector has been assigned ₹4,758 crore to promote electric buses and improve eco friendly public transport systems.
Additionally, the Public Works Department will receive ₹3,350 crore to address dust pollution and develop green infrastructure, while ₹2,350 crore has been allocated to the planning department for designing and streamlining environmental projects.
The initiative reflects the government’s focus on integrating sustainability into governance, with an emphasis on long term solutions to improve the city’s environmental conditions.
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