Policy action

First generation action has taken roots. The city is far from meeting the clean air standards. Though an industrial city, vehicles have become a continuously increasing source of pollution. Clean fuel program and industry measures can be expected to provide some respite. Policy decisions and action so far in the city

Action on vehicles:

• The city has introduced Bharat Stage Euro IV norms for vehicles in 2010

• Strengthened PUC system with new equipment and norms has been implemented

• CNG programme for autos, buses and other vehicles have been established

• Old vehicles -- >9 year old buses, >7 year old tempos, >10 year old autos, and >15 year old maxi cabs have been phased out.

• Only three wheelers with catalytic converter/ scrubbers are allowed

• New buses have been introduced in the city premises

• Entry time of transit commercial vehicles on GT road is restricted

• Battery operated three wheelers are being encouraged

Action on industry:

• 12 industries have been closed and three have been issued notices for non-compliance

• Panki thermal power station has installed bag filters/ ESP

• Fly ash from the thermal plant is being reused

• Open burning of biomass and solid waste banned in municipal area