CM Nayab Saini, Bhupender Yadav Review Air Pollution Control Measures in NCR
Haryana, Centre Step Up Joint Action to Improve Air Quality Across NCR
5 Dariya News
Gurugram 24-Jul-2026
Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini and Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Bhupender Yadav on late Friday evening held a high-level review meeting in Gurugram to review measures for controlling air pollution and improving ambient air quality in the National Capital Region (NCR).
During the meeting a detailed review of various agenda items under the action plan prepared for air pollution mitigation were discussed and directions were issued to the concerned departments to ensure time-bound implementation of all measures.
Discussions covered the expansion of the Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System (CAAQMS), promotion of electric vehicles and electric buses, action against end-of-life vehicles, implementation of the ‘No PUCC-No Fuel' policy, construction and demolition (C&D) waste management, municipal solid waste (MSW) disposal, action against polluting industries and effective management of paddy crop residue. Haryana Forests, Environment and Wildlife Minister, Rao Narbir Singh was also present at the meeting.
*CM Directs Time-Bound Implementation, Union Minister Stresses Coordinated Action*
During the meeting, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini directed all departments to ensure effective implementation of every agenda item related to air pollution control within the prescribed timelines. He said there should be no laxity in expanding the CAAQMS network, increasing the number of electric buses and EV charging stations, taking action against end-of-life vehicles and implementing the ‘No PUCC-No Fuel' policy as scheduled.
The Chief Minister also directed officers to ensure regular monitoring of traffic congestion hotspots, road redevelopment works and pollution control projects.
*Union Environment Minister Emphasises Continuous Monitoring of Pollution Control Measures*
The Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change Sh. Bhupender Yadav said improving air quality in the NCR requires stronger coordination between the Central and State Governments. He directed officials to focus on stringent action against polluting industries, scientific management of construction and demolition (C&D) waste, proper disposal of municipal solid waste (MSW), prevention of biomass burning and effective management of paddy crop residue.
He said regular review and continuous monitoring of every component of the prescribed action plan alone would make it possible to achieve the desired improvement in air quality.
*Special Focus on Developing Major NCR Intersections as Green Spaces*
Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Bhupender Yadav directed officers to undertake large-scale greening of major intersections in the NCR districts of Gurugram, Faridabad and Sonipat. He said regular deep cleaning should be carried out at major traffic locations, while potholes and depressions along roads and adjoining areas should be filled and developed with grass and plantations to effectively control dust emissions, making the reduction of PM10 levels the highest priority.
The Union Minister directed officers to identify all such locations and prepare a comprehensive action plan within the next one month.
Meanwhile, the Chief Minister also directed that other major intersections be developed on the lines of Rajiv Chowk in Gurugram. He said the current monsoon season provides an ideal opportunity to enhance green cover. Officials should therefore undertake plantation and greening works at as many traffic points as possible to effectively reduce pollution.
*Directions Issued to Expand EV Charging Infrastructure at Key Locations*
The Chief Minister directed officers to develop a larger network of EV charging stations at key locations across Haryana's NCR region to promote the use of electric vehicles. He laid particular emphasis on increasing the number of charging stations along the National Highway in Karnal district, saying seamless charging facilities should be available for electric vehicles and buses travelling between Chandigarh and Delhi.
He said the large-scale expansion of charging infrastructure would be a significant step towards strengthening clean and green transportation in Haryana.The Chief Minister informed the meeting that the Haryana Government is set to introduce a new Electric Vehicle (EV) Policy in the upcoming Cabinet meeting to provide incentives for electric vehicles. The policy, he said, would further strengthen environmental conservation efforts across Haryana, including the NCR.
*Comprehensive Action Plan Ordered for Traffic Congestion Hotspots*
Reviewing traffic congestion hotspots, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini directed officers to conduct detailed surveys of congestion-prone locations in Gurugram, Faridabad, Sonipat, Bahadurgarh and other major NCR cities and prepare a comprehensive action plan.
He said the causes of congestion at every hotspot should be scientifically analysed and permanent solutions implemented. Wherever road widening, improved traffic management, better signalling systems or other infrastructure is required, such works should be taken up on priority so that traffic congestion as well as vehicular air pollution can be effectively reduced.
*Emphasis on Public Awareness and Target-Based Action Plan for Paddy Crop Residue Management*
While discussing the paddy crop residue management, the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Bhupender Yadav directed officers to launch an extensive public awareness campaign across villages in coordination with public representatives to encourage farmers not to burn paddy stubble.
He said the district administration, the Agriculture Department and local public representatives should work together to make farmers aware of the available alternatives and various government schemes.The Union Minister further directed that clear targets be assigned to the concerned agencies as well as Deputy Commissioners for the scientific disposal and utilisation of paddy crop residue, and that their progress be reviewed regularly to ensure 100 per cent success in paddy residue management.
*Centre and State to Work Together Effectively for Environmental Protection*
Sh. Nayab Singh Saini expressed gratitude to the Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Bhupender Yadav said the Haryana Government would sincerely implement all the suggestions and directions issued by the Ministry for environmental protection and for reducing air pollution in Haryana's NCR region.
He directed officers to ensure the time-bound implementation of all decisions taken during the meeting and to take effective action on every component of the prescribed action plan so that the pollution control targets are achieved under all circumstances.Expressing confidence, the Chief Minister said coordinated efforts by the Central and State Governments would ensure a significant improvement in air quality across the NCR region.
Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Tanmay Kumar, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Sh. Amandeep Garg, Chairperson, Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), Sh. Rajesh Verma, Additional Chief Secretary, Forests and Environment Department, Haryana, Sh. Sudhir Rajpal, Additional Chief Secretary, Transport Department, Sh. Raja Shekhar Vundru, Chief Executive Officer, Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), Sh. P.C. Meena; Commissioner and Secretary, Urban Local Bodies Department, Sh. Ashok Meena, Managing Director, Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited (HPGCL), Dr. Aditya Dahiya, Chairman, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Sh. Vinay Pratap, Municipal Commissioner, Gurugram, Sh. Pradeep Dahiya, Deputy Commissioner, Gurugram, Sh. Uttam Singh, Member Secretary, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, Sh. Yogesh Kumar and other senior administrative officers also attended the meeting.