Chandigarh: The Haryana Government has announced the establishment of 23 new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS) across the NCR region, increasing the total number to 52 by July 2026. Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi, while reviewing air pollution control measures, emphasized the effective implementation of a multi-sectoral action plan aimed at reducing pollution levels by 30–35 percent. He directed municipal authorities and development bodies in Gurugram, Faridabad, and Sonipat to identify at least five major roads each and develop them into model “dust-free” corridors with a clear, time-bound execution plan.
The meeting highlighted strict action against pollution caused by transport, construction and demolition activities, and industrial emissions. Officials stressed intensified vehicle emission checks, enforcement of compliance with pollution norms, and the use of advanced technology to monitor emissions from moving vehicles and issue challans. The Transport Department has also been asked to compile data from pollution testing centers on violations. Additionally, the state will soon introduce an Aggregator Policy to regulate cab and ride-sharing services, bringing private fleets under a formal framework to ensure adherence to emission standards.
Further measures include phasing out diesel autos across NCR by December 31, 2026, and promoting cleaner mobility under the “Naya Safar Yojana,” which aims to replace nearly 1.9 lakh old trucks and 16,000 buses with BS-6, CNG, and electric vehicles, supported by financial incentives. Industrial compliance is also being strengthened, with most units already installing emission monitoring systems. Alongside, city action plans for 2026 focus on dust control, traffic decongestion, expansion of green cover, EV infrastructure, and scientific waste management, including the elimination of legacy waste by March 2027, ensuring a comprehensive 360-degree approach to tackling air pollution.
