Pollution crackdown: Gurugram sets October 25 deadline to demolish 31 RMC plants

The Gurugram civic body has ordered all 31 RMC plants demolished by October 25. The directive forms part of a broader crackdown on pollution sources before air quality worsens.Gurugram orders demolition of 31 RMC plants by October 25, tightens anti-pollution measures. (File photo)Gurugram,Oct 16, 2026 04:37 ISTThe Municipal Corporation of Gurugram has ordered the demolition of all 31 ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants operating within its limits by October 25 as part of a crackdown on sources of air pollution ahead of the worsening pollution season.Municipal Commissioner Pradeep Dahiya issued the directive during a review meeting on Thursday, instructing the concerned Joint Commissioners to issue notices and complete the demolition process within the stipulated deadline. He made it clear that pollution-control measures must translate into action on the ground.The move comes amid growing concerns over air quality in Gurugram, where construction activity, road dust and the burning of waste can contribute to pollution levels.FIRS, HEAVY FINES FOR BURNING WASTEAlongside the action against RMC plants, the civic body has prohibited the burning of garbage and biomass, including horticultural waste. Field officials have been directed to initiate criminal proceedings and impose heavy fines wherever waste burning is detected. The corporation has also ordered the prompt removal of horticultural waste and round-the-clock monitoring of dumping yards to prevent fires and emissions.Construction sites have been directed to carry out regular water sprinkling to control dust. Builders and construction agencies violating the prescribed norms will also face action, according to the civic body's instructions.DEEP CLEANING OF ROADS, DAILY MONITORING The corporation will undertake deep cleaning of roads to remove accumulated dust that can become airborne and contribute to smog. Water will also be sprayed on trees and busy roads to help reduce particulate matter in the air.Dahiya warned officials against any laxity in implementing the measures and directed them to monitor progress on a daily basis. Officials will be required to prepare daily progress reports, with senior officers expected to oversee implementation on the ground.Additional Municipal Commissioners Yash Jaluka, Kushal Kataria and Dr Jayveer Yadav, along with the zonal Joint Commissioners, attended the review meeting.The civic body's measures are aimed at curbing multiple sources of pollution, with the October 25 deadline setting a firm timeline for action against all 31 RMC plants within the municipal limits.- Ends