MEGHALAYA:
The Meghalaya State Pollution Control Board (MSPCB), Forest Department organised a Capacity Building Workshop on the National Clean Air Programme, at CTI, Byrnihat, with an aim to tackle air pollution and improve air quality, which is crucial for human health.
Syed Md. Razi, Commissioner and Secretary of the Forest and Environment Department of the state; Manjunatha C., Chairman of MSPCB; R Nainamalai, member Secretary; M B Tongper ADC of Ri Bhoi district, and other officers from various government departments attended the event.
During the workshop, Manjunatha highlighted the objectives of the programme which include promoting the availability of clean air, and reducing air pollution, particularly in areas like Byrnihat where there are many industries. Byrnihat is one of the areas with the lowest clean air quality in the state.
Furthermore, Manjunatha C stated that the government has developed strategies to reduce air pollution in Byrnihat and other areas by 2025. These strategies will involve training industries and the public on how to improve air quality and reduce smog emissions from industrial activities.