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Visakhapatnam Battles Air Pollution
8 Sep
Summary
- Visakhapatnam steps up fight against air pollution from industries and vehicles.
- Air quality monitoring infrastructure is being strengthened with new stations.
- Key stakeholders met to discuss pollution control and coordinated action.
Visakhapatnam is intensifying its efforts to tackle air pollution, with authorities focusing on emissions from industries, construction, and vehicular movement. Recent awareness programs, stakeholder meetings, and departmental discussions aim to improve coordination among agencies and implement source-specific pollution control measures.
The Visakhapatnam Port Authority is increasing green cover and controlling dust, while APSRTC is expanding its electric bus fleet to reduce vehicle emissions. The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation is addressing construction and demolition waste as a significant pollution source. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to improve the city's air quality.
Continuous air quality monitoring is being enhanced with the inauguration of a Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Station at Harbour Park. This station provides real-time data on major pollutants, aiding in scientific assessment and control measure formulation. Three additional monitoring stations are planned for the city.
