CAQM Warns Rajasthan: Strict Action on NCR Pollution, New Plans Demanded
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News18•28-01-2026, 17:08
CAQM Warns Rajasthan: Strict Action on NCR Pollution, New Plans Demanded
- •CAQM held a high-level meeting in Jaipur, warning Rajasthan against laxity in controlling air pollution in its NCR region.
- •Rajasthan government is ordered to submit new and revised action plans within a week for sensitive districts like Alwar, Bharatpur, and Bhiwadi.
- •The meeting focused on major pollution sources including vehicular emissions, construction dust, road dust, MSW management, and industrial smoke.
- •Revised City Action Plans 2026 for Bhiwadi, Alwar, and Bharatpur must include full road coverage, budget details, footpath construction, and strengthened road infrastructure.
- •CAQM mandates an annual 10% reduction in PM2.5 levels and installation of a new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station (CAAQMS) in Bharatpur.
Why It Matters: CAQM demands immediate, stringent action and revised plans from Rajasthan to tackle escalating air pollution in its NCR districts.
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