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The Bombay High Court's prohibition on the open transport of construction debris has concluded, potentially offering respite to 9,000 construction and demolition sites in Mumbai. The relief comes after the court initially imposed the ban on November 6, extending it until November 19, with approximately 1.7 lakh tonnes of debris accumulating during this period. The ban was due to concerns about escalating pollution levels in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, prompting the Union environment ministry to instruct the state environment ministry and Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) to implement stringent measures. This included an immediate ban on the transportation of construction and demolition debris, identified as a significant pollution source. Prompt actions by MPCB, BMC, and the state transport commissioner's office led to a swift halt in debris transportation, with BMC officers stationed near toll nakas to monitor compliance. The Bombay High Court subsequently enforced a ban, proposing a cessation of debris transport until the end of the Diwali season. While fully covered vehicles transporting construction material were permitted, the court granted flexibility to corporations to lift the ban post-November 19 if air quality substantially improved. Before the ban, ongoing construction or demolition activities at 9,000 sites in the city generated nearly 10,000 tonnes of debris. This debris was transported via 10,000 trucks to designated locations, emitting substantial dust plumes. Easing the ban is anticipated to bring relief to the entire construction industry and site workers. In response to rising concerns, a BMC official revealed that, for nearly a week, project proponents had been highlighting issues arising from debris accumulation on their premises. This, they asserted, caused significant inconvenience. Consequently, the BMC is poised to issue an order this week, allowing the transportation of debris. The decision aligns with the city's air quality index, which has consistently fallen within the moderate category. This development showcases a delicate balance between environmental concerns and the practical challenges faced by the construction industry, emphasizing the need for effective pollution mitigation measures. The lapse of the ban acknowledges the operational demands of construction and demolition activities in a bustling metropolis like Mumbai, while figuring out ways for addressing pollution.
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