Haryana State Pollution Control Board Acts on Dust Norm Violations at 58 Construction Sites in Gurugram
HSPCB issues notice to 58 Gurugram construction sites over dust norm lapses
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The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) has issued notices to 58 construction sites in Gurugram for failing to comply with dust mitigation norms due to non-functioning web cameras. The board plans to impose penalties and closure orders based on responses from these sites in the coming weeks.
- 01HSPCB issued notices to 58 construction sites for dust norm violations.
- 02Non-functioning web cameras were the primary reason for the notices.
- 03The board will impose penalties based on site responses.
- 04Ongoing monitoring includes regular inspections and self-audit reports.
- 05HSPCB is expanding its online monitoring systems to enhance compliance.
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The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) has taken action against 58 construction sites in Gurugram for not adhering to dust mitigation norms, primarily due to non-functioning web cameras intended for monitoring. The board plans to impose environmental compensation and possible closure orders based on the replies from the site owners in the upcoming weeks. Inspections are being conducted to ensure compliance with dust mitigation measures, including regular water sprinkling and covering construction materials. The HSPCB has recorded 686 registered sites in Gurugram's north region, which have submitted 5,202 self-audit reports over the years, with a significant number still pending approval. In addition to construction sites, the board has also issued notices to five housing societies and two industrial units for discharging untreated wastewater, highlighting ongoing efforts to monitor environmental compliance across various sectors. The HSPCB is actively expanding its online monitoring systems to improve compliance and registration processes.
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These actions by the HSPCB aim to improve air quality in Gurugram by enforcing dust mitigation measures, which could lead to healthier living conditions for residents.
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