Haryana Minister Reveals Critical Flaws in Air Quality Monitoring as Pollution Crisis Deepens

Dec 04, 2025 03:50 pm CST

Haryana Environment Minister Rao Narbir Singh admits that air quality monitoring equipment in Gurugram cannot display readings beyond 500 AQI, masking the true severity of pollution. Despite government bans, polythene waste contributes to 40% of regional pollution, with daily burning at 100 locations releasing toxic smoke. The minister warns of serious health impacts while acknowledging that solving this environmental crisis requires significant public participation alongside government action.