What percentage of Gurgaon construction projects comply with dust control norms?

Only about 15% of large construction projects in Gurgaon comply with mandatory air quality monitoring norms, meaning approximately 85% are not registered on the official portal.

What are the consequences for Gurgaon construction projects not complying with dust norms?

Authorities are issuing notices, conducting inspections, and threaten to stop construction, impose penalties, and prosecute non-compliant projects in environmental court.

When was the dust-control web portal launched in Haryana?

The dust-control web portal for real-time monitoring of pollution levels at construction sites was launched in Haryana in January 2024.

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Pollution Alert: 85% Gurgaon Sites Flout Dust Norms

3 Feb

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Summary

Only 461 of 3,000 large construction projects registered for monitoring.
Mandatory air quality monitoring norms are being ignored by most sites.
Authorities threaten shutdowns, penalties, and prosecution for non-compliance.

Pollution Alert: 85% Gurgaon Sites Flout Dust Norms

In Gurgaon, a stark compliance gap exists regarding construction dust control, a major pollution source. As of February 3, 2026, only approximately 15% of large construction projects, totaling 461 out of an estimated 3,000 sites measuring 500 square metres or more, have registered on Haryana's dust-control web portal. This indicates that nearly 85% of these projects are operating without the mandatory real-time air quality monitoring.

These projects are required by the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) to install PM2.5 and PM10 sensors linked to a live dashboard. Haryana launched the portal in January 2024 to facilitate remote monitoring of dust mitigation efforts. Officials from the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) have intensified enforcement, issuing notices and conducting inspections. They are prepared to halt construction activities, impose fines, and pursue legal action against non-compliant sites.