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Odisha has taken measures to address rising air pollution in its urban centres, particularly Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. The government has banned all construction and demolition work between 6 PM and 10 AM to limit dust and particulate matter in the air. Heavy vehicles face restricted entry into city limits, while roadside eateries are barred from using firewood or coal. Authorities have also prohibited open burning of waste and mandated regular water sprinkling on roads. Officials have stressed strict enforcement, warning that violations will attract legal action and penalties.
The Odisha government has announced measures to control increasing urban air pollution, targeting major cities such as Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Following expert advice, the Forest and Environment Minister directed a ban on all construction and demolition activities between 6 PM and 10 AM. Collectors and local authorities have been asked to ensure strict enforcement to prevent dust from spreading during night and early morning hours when atmospheric conditions can trap pollutants. Advertisement
The new regulations also restrict movement and entry of heavy vehicles in city limits. Police and Regional Transport Office officials have been asked to carry out vehicle checks and ensure compliance with emission norms. Road dust suppression is to be carried out on main roads and highways by sprinkling water at least three times a day.
Additionally, roadside eateries and hotels are required to stop using firewood or coal for cooking. Open burning of garbage, dry leaves, or plastic is prohibited. The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation has coordinated with transport and urban authorities to implement water sprinkling on roads to minimize dust from traffic movement. These measures are part of a broader effort to curb particulate pollution and improve air quality in the state.
Authorities have warned that violations will attract strict legal action and penalties. Similar steps were earlier implemented in Balasore, where construction activities and heavy vehicle movement were restricted after air quality worsened. Odisha has also deployed anti-smog guns in Bhubaneswar when pollution levels crossed safe thresholds, reflecting a combination of regulatory and technological interventions.
The government has emphasized continued monitoring of air quality in urban centres. Officials have noted that seasonal factors, including lower wind speeds and cooler temperatures in winter, contribute to higher pollution levels, making enforcement of these measures essential. These restrictions may continue or be adjusted depending on changes in air quality across the state.
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