New Delhi: The Public Works Department (PWD) plans to install automatic mist spraying systems on three road stretches near the Narela, Bawana and Jahangirpuri area, all among the top 13 pollution hotspots of Delhi, officials said on Tuesday.

Earlier, similar projects have been taken up in NDMC and DDA areas, with the hope of reducing dust on roads, which is among the major contributors to air pollution .

"PWD will now start its third project with the installation of these systems at Shahpur Garhi near DSIDC Narela, DSIDC Bawana near Pooth Khurd and the Jahangirpuri area," a PWD official said.

The sprinklers will be installed on the central verges of these roads. Tenders have been floated for the project, the official added.

The systems will spray RO-treated water on roads to suppre

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