Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:31am on 24 Oct 2025,Friday India
Delhi is preparing for its first artificial rain through cloud seeding, expected on October 29 if clouds form, said Chief Minister Rekha Gupta. The project, led with IIT Kanpur, aims to reduce PM2.5 pollution temporarily by dispersing silver iodide or salt particles into moisture-laden clouds. A trial flight on Thursday tested equipment and flare deployment, confirming readiness. Experts warn the rain can only offer short-term relief, as emissions from vehicles, construction, and stubble burning will quickly raise pollution again. Cloud seeding cannot create rain from clear skies, and its long-term environmental impact is still being studied. (PC: News18)
