Explanation:

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has recently issued a pollution control order

As per the order, all industries in Rajasthan that are within the National Capital Region (NCR) must transition to PNG or biomass fuel by September 30 this year.

In case of failure to meet the said deadline, the concerned industries will be shut down.

The order also applies to all industries in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh that are within the National Capital Region (NCR)

The pollution control panel said the decision was taken after conversations with companies, associations and the state governments concerned.

Till the deadline, industries could meanwhile utilise only fuels approved for industrial operations by the respective state governments, said officials aware of the matter.

Once the transition is made, not only will it minimise the impact of polluting fuels in NCR in contributing to air pollution, it will also ensure proper utilization of biomass for farmers.