GMDA and MCG have stepped up enforcement and dust-control measures across Gurugram, launching a coordinated crackdown to curb rising pollution levels in some of the city most sensitive zones. The drive comes days after the Haryana government assigned dual charge to MCG commissioner Pradeep Dahiya, who now also serves as CEO of the Gurugram Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), allowing both bodies to operate under a unified command.
Citywide Inspections Across High-Dust Zones
Officials said joint teams are conducting continuous inspections across Civil Lines, Sector 15, construction corridors and commercial stretches where dust levels remain persistently high. Strict monitoring of construction sites, road repair works, demolition activities and material storage zones has been intensified to prevent dust emissions.
Field workers have been directed to enforce rules aggressively, ensure water sprinkling at dusty locations, and keep mechanical sweeping machines deployed throughout the day. Vehicles transporting debris are being checked for proper covering, and violators are being penalised immediately.
Action Against Dumping and Waste Burning
In addition to construction-related pollution, authorities are cracking down on open dumping of waste, roadside construction material storage and illegal burning all major contributors to local air contamination. A senior official said joint control rooms have been activated to coordinate enforcement and enable faster response to complaints from residents.
“No negligence will be tolerated,” an official from the enforcement team said, adding that both agencies are working under a strict anti-pollution strategy designed to produce measurable results.
Leadership Push for Accountability
Commissioner and GMDA CEO Pradeep Dahiya has issued clear instructions to strengthen discipline, accountability and ground-level monitoring. He said performance-based assessments will be used to evaluate field teams, warning that influence or “shifarish” will not be entertained.
“I work hard and everyone will have to work hard. Action will be taken if any team fails to implement required measures. The city cannot afford complacency,” Dahiya said.
Visible Impact in Residential Areas
Residents of Civil Lines and Sector 15, who have long complained of dust and vehicular pollution, said they are noticing the increased presence of enforcement teams. Water tankers are being deployed inside residential lanes, and construction sites have been ordered to install green nets and barricades to contain dust. Officials confirmed that challans are being issued to contractors violating pollution norms.
Stronger Coordination Between Agencies
Senior officers said the joint drive will reduce administrative delays and bring both development and civic bodies onto a single platform, improving execution and follow-through on anti-pollution measures. The coordinated approach is expected to help the city respond more quickly to pollution spikes and maintain tighter control during the winter months.