Chandigarh, March 29, 2025 – Haryana is tightening its grip on air pollution with a series of strict regulatory actions including industrial closures, heavy fines, and pollution-control initiatives. Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh, addressing the State Assembly emphasized the government’s focus on air quality improvement through inspections, penalties, and awareness campaigns.
480 Industries Shut, ₹35 Crore in Fines
The Haryana State Pollution Control Board has been actively inspecting industries, leading to the closure of 480 non-compliant units and the imposition of environmental fines worth ₹35 crore. While these efforts have led to some improvement in AQI, pollution hotspots like Faridabad and Gurugram continue to experience poor air quality.
To combat seasonal pollution, the government has worked to reduce stubble burning incidents and deployed anti-smog guns and water sprinklers in critical areas.
Looking towards a sustainable solution, the Haryana government is launching the Haryana Clean Air Project, backed by the World Bank. This long-term initiative aims to regulate emissions, introduce policy reforms, and implement advanced pollution-control technologies by 2030.