Meet on industrial air pollution control under National Clean Air Programme 2024–25 held in Kohima

DIMAPUR — A stakeholders’ meeting-cum-awareness programme on “Industrial air pollution control” under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) 2024–25 was held at the conference hall of the Deputy Commissioner, Kohima, on November 26.

The event was organised by the district administration in collaboration with the District Industries Centre (DIC), Kohima, according to an update.

The programme was led by Ahunle Tep, general manager, DIC, and the keynote address was delivered by Dr. Riku Khutso, EAC Sadar.

A presentation on the air pollution scenario of Kohima city was delivered by Yanathung Kithan, Scientist ‘B’, Nagaland Pollution Control Board (NPCB). He recommended effective measures, including the use of water sprinklers, green belts, windbreakers, and adherence to mandatory regulatory consents to reduce pollution from stone crusher units.

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Deputy Commissioner of Kohima B Henok Buchem pointed out the vital role of stone crusher units in employment generation and economic growth. However, he emphasised the stakeholders' responsibility to adopt sustainable and eco-friendly practices to ensure better air quality and human health.

The stakeholders acknowledged the importance of undertaking air pollution control measures and expressed their support and cooperation with government agencies.