Cloudy Controversy: The Delhi Cloud Seeding Saga

The Delhi government's recent attempt at cloud seeding faced setbacks when no artificial rain resulted from the trials. Political tensions escalated between AAP and BJP, with accusations flying over the effectiveness of these efforts. IIT-Kanpur Director Manindra Agrawal revealed that although the mission didn't achieve its primary goal, crucial insights were gained.

Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa maintained that some success was found, as data indicated a reduction in PM2.5 and PM10 levels. The government expended Rs 60 lakh on the trials, intending to pinpoint optimal moisture conditions for creating artificial rain. Future trials are pending, contingent on favorable weather.

Amid the political fallout, AAP criticized the BJP's expenditure citing previous warnings against cloud seeding's feasibility in Delhi. BJP's Sirsa countered by highlighting AAP's past failures in environmental efforts. With Delhi's air quality hovering in poor condition, the debate over cloud seeding's viability continues.