Precast construction in Mumbai Maharashtra reducing air pollution, featuring cranes lifting concrete panels, green skyline, and eco-friendly urban development
The Maharashtra government is planning to make precast construction mandatory for real estate developers in Mumbai to reduce air pollution, according to State Environment Minister Pankaja Munde.
Why Precast Construction?
Precast construction involves using ready-made building components manufactured off-site in factories instead of traditional on-site construction. This method offers several benefits:
- Reduces air pollution by avoiding dust and emissions from on-site activities.
- Minimizes carbon emissions since components are made in a controlled environment.
- Reduces material waste of steel, cement, and other resources.
- Improves construction quality with strict manufacturing standards.
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Government Incentives & Future Plans
The Maharashtra government plans to offer incentives to real estate firms that adopt precast construction. The policy will apply to both private and public construction projects.
Although transportation costs for precast materials may increase, this method helps in environmental conservation and ensures faster, more efficient construction.
A task force is currently working on a roadmap to control air pollution in Mumbai, and the policy is expected to launch soon.
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