Indore: Taking cognizance of the deteriorating air quality, Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) on Tuesday issued instructions to cover under-construction buildings with green net, and ensure dumping of construction and demolition (C&D) waste only at designated places.IMC commissioner Harshika Singh, who on Tuesday held a meeting with senior civic body, pollution control board, traffic and Clean Air Catalyst officials, reviewed reasons behind increasing air pollution. All building officers and inspectors have been instructed to ensure that under-construction buildings are covered with green net. They were also asked to slap a penalty of at least Rs 10,000 on burning garbage. Also, efforts will be made to encourage use of public transport. Singh said. She emphasized on round-the-clock cleaning of roads using mechanized sweeping methods to help stop particulate matters from spreading in the atmosphere. The commissioner also stressed on taking help of pollution monitoring systems and forming a committee to help speed up conversion of industrial boilers from coal and woods to CNG along with ensuring that the industrial waste is disposed of properly.Singh directed the officials concerned for plantations near left turns, dividers and squares to help check air pollution. Also, a campaign will be launched to generate public awareness to help improve air quality. She also instructed road sweeping teams to sprinkle water on the routes to stop particulate matter spreading in the atmosphere.We also published the following articles recentlyNoida Pollution: Air quality very poor, to remain so till SaturdayThe air quality in Noida remained in the very poor category, with a thick smog layer. It declined last week due to crop burning, vehicular and industrial emissions. Improvement was seen after light rainfall on November 10 and 11, but was disrupted by flouting of curbs on crackers during Diwali. Restrictions were lifted on November 18, but the AQI started to plummet again. Monitoring stations in Noida and Greater Noida recorded very poor AQI. Low wind speed will likely keep air quality in the very poor category till Friday.Delhi pollution: Air quality dips into severe category today, AQI crosses 400The air quality in Delhi deteriorated to the severe category on Wednesday, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The AQI at various locations in Delhi, including Anand Vihar, Jahangirpuri, Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, and Dwarka Sector 8, fell into the severe category. The AQI scale ranges from 0 to 500 or above, with 0-100 indicating good air quality, 100-200 as moderate, 200-300 as poor, 300-400 as very poor, and 400-500 or higher as severe. Recently, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) revoked restrictions on trucks, buses, and construction activities in Delhi.Choke point: Air quality worsens, construction adds to Kolar woesKolar road construction flouts rules; pollution peak reached; pollution prevention measures ignored; construction agencies instructed to install nets and sprinkle water; major construction works inspected; residents and businessmen affected; citizens urged to avoid burning garbage; stubble burning awareness and action.

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