Funded by World Bank, project to be implemented over next 6 years in the state
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, November 26-
The Haryana Governing Committee, led by CS Dr. Vivek Joshi, has approved the draft DPR for the HCAPSD. Funded by the World Bank, this ambitious initiative aims to combat air pollution and promote sustainable development across Haryana. The project is set for implementation over six years (2024-25–2029-30), with 3,600 crore allocated for its first phase.
The project adopts a phased approach to address emissions across multiple sectors. In the first phase, Gurugram and Faridabad will be the primary focus areas, targeting institutional strengthening, agriculture, and household emissions. Priority clusters across the state will be identified to implement proposed interventions aimed at reducing pollution in agriculture and household sectors.
During the meeting, Dr. Joshi stressed the importance of inter-departmental coordination and timely execution to ensure the project’s success. The Haryana Clean Air Project for Sustainable Development is a significant step towards creating a sustainable future, improving air quality and setting a benchmark for other states to follow.