The proposed cloud seeding exercise in New Delhi has already faced multiple reschedules due to unfavourable weather and the wait for appropriate cloud development. Since Diwali, the air quality in Delhi-NCR has deteriorated, and the government pressed-in GRAP 2 levels of restrictions recently.

But cloud seeding in Delhi during the post-monsoon season may not be a good idea. Here is a look at why.

The requirement

Every winter, the air quality in Delhi and the surrounding areas deteriorates over a few kilometers. Smog and polluted air threaten public life, especially those with compromised lungs and respiratory conditions. Smog affects vehicular visibility, leading to cancellations of flights and disruption in other transport services.

In September this year, the Delhi government inked

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