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CAQM Inspects Faridabad Roads, Finds Dust & Waste Issues on Key Stretches

The Commission for Air Quality Management conducted an inspection drive in Faridabad to assess road dust mitigation. Out of 127 road stretches inspected, 17 were found to have high dust levels, often linked to accumulated municipal and construction waste. The Commission has advised the Municipal Corporation of Faridabad to take immediate corrective actions, including mechanical sweeping and water sprinkling. Regular enforcement drives under 'Operation Clean Air' will continue to ensure compliance with air quality measures.

Key Points: CAQM Road Dust Inspection in Faridabad Under Operation Clean Air

  • 127 road stretches inspected in Faridabad
  • 17 found with high dust levels
  • Issues linked to MSW and C&D waste accumulation
  • MCF advised to strengthen monitoring
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CAQM conducts inspection of road stretches maintained by Municipal Corporation of Faridabad

CAQM teams inspected 127 Faridabad road stretches, finding high dust on 17. Municipal Corp advised on sweeping, sprinkling & waste disposal.

"immediate and sustained corrective actions at identified hotspots - CAQM"

New Delhi, January 14

The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas conducted an inspection drive in Faridabad, Haryana, on Tuesday, to assess road dust mitigation measures and the upkeep of road stretches maintained by the Municipal Corporation of Faridabad, as part of its intensified enforcement under the Graded Response Action Plan.

According to an official release from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the inspection was conducted under Operation Clean Air to assess on-ground implementation of road cleaning and sweeping measures and to identify locations prone to visible dust, municipal solid waste accumulation and related issues.

A total of nine teams, comprising officers from the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) and the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), were deployed for the inspection. The teams inspected 127 road stretches and submitted to the Commission geo-tagged and time-stamped photographic evidence collected during the inspections as part of the consolidated inspection report.

The findings of the inspection revealed that while a substantial number of road stretches exhibited low or no visible dust, several stretches require focused attention. Of the total stretches inspected, 17 were found to have high dust levels and 25 moderate dust levels, while 66 stretches recorded low dust levels, and 19 stretches had no visible dust. Stretches with high dust were, in many cases, associated with the accumulation of MSW and Construction & Demolition (C&D) waste, particularly along key corridors, junctions and service roads. Isolated instances of open burning were also observed.

The Commission emphasised the need for immediate and sustained corrective actions at identified hotspots, including intensified mechanical sweeping, regular water sprinkling, prompt lifting and scientific disposal of MSW and C&D waste, and strict enforcement to prevent waste dumping and open burning. The MCF has been advised to strengthen monitoring mechanisms and ensure uniform implementation of dust suppression measures across all road stretches to prevent re-accumulation of dust.

According to the release, inspection and enforcement drives under 'Operation Clean Air' will continue to be undertaken regularly across the region to ensure strict compliance with statutory directions and GRAP enforcement measures. CAQM reiterates its commitment to working in close coordination with all concerned agencies to ensure clean, dust-free and well-maintained road infrastructure across the region.

- ANI

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Priya S
Inspections are fine, but what about accountability? They found 17 stretches with high dust. Who is responsible for those areas? Names should be made public. Only then will there be real improvement. 🤔
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Rohit P
As a Faridabad resident, I appreciate the effort. The air quality here in winter is a nightmare. The real issue is the mixing of C&D waste with regular garbage. Separate collection and disposal is the key, not just more water sprinklers.
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Sarah B
This is a positive step. Using geo-tagged photos is smart for tracking. I hope the same rigor is applied to industrial emissions, which are a huge part of the problem. Clean air is a right, not a privilege.
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Vikram M
They talk about 'scientific disposal' of waste. Where are these facilities? Most of it ends up in landfills or is burnt. The plan sounds good on paper, but the ground reality is different. We need infrastructure first.
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Kavya N
Finally! The stretch near Bata Chowk is always dusty and full of litter. It gives such a bad impression of the city. Hope this 'Operation Clean Air' is sustained and not a one-time event. Our children deserve to breathe easy. 🙏

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