PCMC Cracks Down on Air Pollution: 4 RMC Plants Sealed in Punawale and Moshi

Pimpri- Chinchwad: Taking a stern stand against rising air pollution, the Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) has sealed four Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) plants following a surprise inspection. The action was spearheaded by the civic body’s nuisance detection squad across Punawale, Moshi, and Pimple Saudagar.

The crackdown comes as part of a specialized drive by the Environment Engineering Department to monitor industrial compliance with environmental norms. During the operation, officials inspected 10 RMC plants, finding severe irregularities in four of them.

Key Violations Observed

* The inspection revealed that several plants were operating in total defiance of dust control protocols. Major lapses included:
* Absence of Dust Suppression Systems: Lack of functional machinery to control suspended particulate matter.
* Poor Sanitation: General lack of cleanliness within the premises.
* Improper Storage: Raw materials were kept in the open, significantly contributing to local air pollution.

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Plants Facing Action

* According to Sanjay Kulkarni, Chief Engineer of the Environment Department, the sealed units include:
* Yash RMC Plant, Chinchwad
* Aswani Associates
* G.K. RMC Plant, Pimple Saudagar
(Note: The fourth plant name was implied within the regional clusters mentioned).

“Controlling air pollution is a top priority for the Municipal Corporation. It is mandatory for construction and industrial projects to strictly adhere to environmental regulations. No violations will be tolerated. We are committed to improving air quality by taking consistent action against polluters.”
— Dr. Vijay Suryavanshi, Commissioner, PCMC

The PCMC administration has warned that such inspection drives will continue, and any industrial unit found compromising the city’s air quality will face immediate closure and legal action.