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CAQM Flags 131 NCR Pollution Violations in Two Weeks, Proposes 39 Closures

The task force sharpened its focus on road‑dust control, directing agencies to maintain strict on‑ground vigilance in high‑traffic corridors.

Overview

  • Flying squads conducted 318 inspections across the NCR from February 4–18, covering 306 industrial sites, four C&D locations and eight DG set checks.
  • Authorities reported 131 violations in the period, including 123 in industry, four in construction and demolition, and four involving diesel generator sets.
  • Enforcement steps include proposed closures for 39 units, proposed sealing of 10 DG sets, issuance of 15 show‑cause notices, and 28 reports under examination.
  • The 126th Enforcement Task Force meeting on February 20 reviewed findings and reiterated mechanised sweeping, water sprinkling and paved‑shoulder maintenance for dust abatement.
  • Cumulative enforcement as of February 23 stands at 26,328 inspections, 1,686 closure directions, 1,290 resumption orders after compliance, 123 cases sent to SPCBs/DPCC and 273 resumption orders under review.