Finding three ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants at Mukundpur Chowk in violation of dust-control norms, Delhi Environment Minister Imran Hussain on Tuesday ordered their closure.
Mr. Hussain had recently carried out a surprise inspection of the RMC plants at Mukundpur Chowk, accompanied by the Sub-Divisional Magistrate of Model Town, area police officials and officers of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, a government statement said.
“During the inspection, the Minister found gross violations of air pollution control norms. There were no sprinkling arrangements at the site. RMC material and cement were not covered, as required; and the approach road was covered with dust,” the statement read.
“The Minister directed the SDM to arrest the owner of the plants for causing air pollution and jeopardising public health. He also told the SDM and power authorities to disconnect the electric connection immediately and ensure the plant is shut,” the statement read.
