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World Bank Team Assesses Gurgaon's Environmental Projects
30 May
Summary
- Delegation reviewed sanitation, C&D waste, and pollution control mechanisms.
- World Bank and Haryana govt signed a $300 million agreement for clean air.
- Inspections covered Basai C&D plant, sweeping, and waste management.
A delegation from the World Bank recently conducted a thorough inspection of Gurgaon's environmental infrastructure, focusing on sanitation, construction and demolition (C&D) waste management, and pollution control strategies. This visit, which occurred on a Friday, was a key component of the Haryana Clean Air Project for Sustainable Development (HCAPSD).
This project, initiated through a $300 million agreement in March 2026 between the World Bank, the Haryana government, and the central government, aims to significantly improve air quality across Haryana. The delegation, including members like Thierry Martin and Aniket Ghanashyam, met with Municipal Corporation of Gurgaon (MCG) officials.
During their visit, the team examined the Basai C&D waste plant, observed horticultural waste management, reviewed anti-smog gun deployments, and assessed waste segregation in private residential areas. Discussions centered on finalizing the urban work plan and identifying intervention sites for air quality improvement projects.
Senior civic officials briefed the delegation on ongoing projects related to sanitation, pollution mitigation, and solid waste management. They highlighted efforts to integrate modern technology into waste collection and environmental monitoring systems. The delegation also reviewed the effectiveness of mechanized road-sweeping machines and anti-smog guns in controlling dust pollution.
Further inspections included a "model road" on Sanath Road to evaluate sanitation and urban management, and Suncity Township in Sector 54 to assess horticultural and household waste segregation and disposal systems. The World Bank's assessment is part of a broader evaluation of urban environmental management practices under the HCAPSD initiative.
