Union Budget slashes pollution control spending even as Delhi-NCR gasps for clean air - 'Deeply disappointing'

The Union Budget 2026–27 has reduced funding for pollution control, even as the air quality in Delhi-NCR and surrounding areas remains very poor and a major public health issue. The government has allocated ₹1,091 crore for pollution control, which is ₹209 crore less than last year’s revised estimate. Experts say this cut comes at a worrying time, given hazardous air and rising illnesses. They also point out that funding for the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) in many polluted cities is lower than before, raising doubts about the government’s commitment to cleaning the air. While the Budget increases spending on clean energy, there is limited support for electric vehicles and other measures that could quickly reduce pollution.

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