C&D sites pay Rs 3 cr fine for violating C&D waste management rules
WATER & WASTE

C&D sites pay Rs 3 cr fine for violating C&D waste management rules

According to the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM), Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR) have inspected 6,596 construction and demolition (C&D) sites, out of which 963 sites are non-compliant with various C&D Waste Management Rules and dust mitigation measures.

Approximately Rs 3 crore was levied as environmental compensation against the defaulting sites, rather than ordering stopping the work at 52 site locations.

CAQM said that the dust from C&D sites is a major cause of air pollution. It has been taken up with other state governments for strict compliance with dust mitigation measures at C&D sites. Following the directions of the Commission, it has been deployed in the C&D locations in the state.

It said that C&D activities generate a huge amount of dust and significantly affect air quality.

From 1 to 15 October, 112 teams, 37 from Delhi, 30 from Haryana, 20 in Rajasthan, 25 in NCR districts, were deployed to conduct inspections of the C&D sites. Overall, 1,268 sites were inspected, 1.017 in Delhi, 98 in Haryana, and 153 in NCR districts. CAQM told the media that 60 vehicles were violating the dust mitigation norms, and Rs 81,20,000 was imposed and collected as an Encumbrance Certificate (EC) from the violating vehicles and C&D sites.

For controlling dust from C&D sites, activities need to be strictly monitored for compliance with dust control initiatives, the CAQM said.

Image Source

Also read: East Delhi civic body mandates C&D waste disposal at C&D plant only

According to the Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM), Delhi and National Capital Region (NCR) have inspected 6,596 construction and demolition (C&D) sites, out of which 963 sites are non-compliant with various C&D Waste Management Rules and dust mitigation measures. Approximately Rs 3 crore was levied as environmental compensation against the defaulting sites, rather than ordering stopping the work at 52 site locations. CAQM said that the dust from C&D sites is a major cause of air pollution. It has been taken up with other state governments for strict compliance with dust mitigation measures at C&D sites. Following the directions of the Commission, it has been deployed in the C&D locations in the state. It said that C&D activities generate a huge amount of dust and significantly affect air quality. From 1 to 15 October, 112 teams, 37 from Delhi, 30 from Haryana, 20 in Rajasthan, 25 in NCR districts, were deployed to conduct inspections of the C&D sites. Overall, 1,268 sites were inspected, 1.017 in Delhi, 98 in Haryana, and 153 in NCR districts. CAQM told the media that 60 vehicles were violating the dust mitigation norms, and Rs 81,20,000 was imposed and collected as an Encumbrance Certificate (EC) from the violating vehicles and C&D sites. For controlling dust from C&D sites, activities need to be strictly monitored for compliance with dust control initiatives, the CAQM said. Image Source Also read: East Delhi civic body mandates C&D waste disposal at C&D plant only

Related Stories

Gold Stories

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Schaeffler India Appoints Amit Bhalerao as COO

Schaeffler India has appointed Amit Bhalerao as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective August 10, 2026. He will lead the company's manufacturing operations across India and oversee operational excellence, manufacturing strategy, digital transformation and capability development.As a member of Schaeffler India's Executive Leadership Team, Bhalerao will work with business and functional leaders to strengthen the company's manufacturing footprint, improve operational performance and accelerate localisation initiatives. He will also focus on developing future-ready manufacturing capabilities acr..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

RHI Magnesita India Q1 FY27 Revenue Rises 6%

RHI Magnesita India Limited reported consolidated revenue from operations of Rs 10.14 billion for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, registering a 6% year-on-year increase.Operating EBITDA rose 42% YoY to Rs 1.47 billion, while the operating EBITDA margin improved by 3.7 percentage points to 14.5%. Profit after tax increased 83% YoY to Rs 0.65 billion.The company's shipment volumes stood at 122 KT during the quarter, while its net cash-to-EBITDA ratio was 0.27x.Parmod Sagar, Chairman, RHI Magnesita India, said the company delivered healthy growth in revenue and profitability despite pricin..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

HCC Secures Rs 5.24 Billion NHPC Contract in Jammu & Kashmir

Hindustan Construction Company Limited (HCC) has secured a Rs 5.24 billion contract from NHPC Limited for works at the Salal Power Station in Jammu & Kashmir.The project involves civil and hydro-mechanical works, along with associated ancillary and enabling works, to make the undersluices of the concrete dam fully functional and operational. The contract is scheduled to be completed within 27 months.The rehabilitation of the undersluices is expected to improve the operational efficiency of the Salal Power Station, enhance sediment management and strengthen the long-term safety and reliabil..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement