Environmental Pollutants of Noise Pollution

Under the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, noise was specifically included in the definition of "air pollutant." Key sources and pollutants include:

  • Industrial Sources: High-decibel machinery, compressors, and generators.

  • Transport: Airplanes, railway engines, and heavy vehicular traffic (horns and engine noise).

  • Construction: Jackhammers, cranes, and earth-moving equipment.

  • Social Events: Loudspeakers, firecrackers, and public address systems.

  • Domestic Appliances: Vacuum cleaners, mixers, and air conditioners.

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