NGT Orders Pune Authorities to Enhance Air Pollution Action Plans
NGT seeks GRAP details, orders fresh affidavits on Pune air pollution
Hindustan Times
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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has mandated the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) to submit detailed affidavits on the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) to combat air pollution. This directive emphasizes the need for comprehensive data on pollution sources and effective implementation measures, with a follow-up hearing set for July 15.
- 01NGT has ordered PMC and MPCB to file additional affidavits on air pollution control.
- 02The focus is on the implementation of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP).
- 03Detailed data on pollution sources and mitigation measures is required.
- 04The next hearing is scheduled for July 15.
- 05PMC has initiated measures to address air pollution, including collaboration with the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology.
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The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has directed the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) to file comprehensive affidavits regarding the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) aimed at reducing air pollution in Pune, Maharashtra, India. This order, issued on April 2, requires the authorities to provide detailed documentation on GRAP implementation and guidelines for mitigating pollution, especially from construction activities. The NGT noted that the PMC's previous affidavit lacked sufficient detail and called for additional information on pollution sources, including data from source apportionment studies. The tribunal also acknowledged the MPCB's submission, which included Air Quality Index (AQI) data for Pune from January to April 2026, and requested further details on the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) implementation. Pune Municipal Corporation Commissioner Naval Kishor Ram stated that the PMC is working on various initiatives to tackle air pollution, including a study with the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology to assess pollution levels and engage with the construction sector to reduce emissions. The next hearing on this matter is set for July 15.
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This directive aims to enhance air quality management in Pune, potentially leading to improved public health and environmental conditions.
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