Gurugram's Air Quality Improvement Plan: Progress and Challenges
Gurugram air plan: 4 hotspots eased, AQI still above target
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Gurugram's Municipal Corporation has reported progress in its clean air action plan, with congestion reduced at four traffic hotspots and the installation of EV charging stations. Despite these efforts, the city's air quality index (AQI) remains concerningly high, averaging 260 from January to March, far exceeding the target of 178 by 2026.
- 01Four out of 39 identified traffic hotspots have seen reduced congestion.
- 02The city aims for a 10% reduction in annual average AQI by 2026.
- 03Gurugram recorded an average AQI of 260 between January and March.
- 04Plans are underway to install five new air quality monitoring units by December.
- 05The city has signed agreements for the procurement of 100 electric buses.
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The Municipal Corporation of Gurugram (MCG) has prepared a review report on its clean air action plan, which will be submitted to the Commission for Air Quality and Management. The report highlights that congestion has decreased at four of the 39 identified traffic hotspots, and the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) has conducted 150 inspections of diesel generator sets. Additionally, 35 km of roads have been resurfaced, and plans for 20 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations are in progress. The HSPCB is also proposing to install five new Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring System (CAAQMS) units by December. Despite these measures, Gurugram's air quality remains poor, with an average AQI of 260 recorded from January to March, significantly above the target of 178 for 2026. The city aims to implement further traffic streamlining measures at additional hotspots in the coming weeks and has signed an agreement for 100 electric buses to reduce vehicular emissions.
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The efforts to improve air quality may lead to better health outcomes for residents, as reduced congestion and increased use of electric buses aim to lower pollution levels.
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