Air and water quality are critical concerns in India’s rapidly urbanizing landscape. With rising levels of particulate matter and untreated waste entering rivers, the health of citizens and ecosystems is under threat.

 To combat this, the government has launched programs like the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) and Namami Gange Mission to monitor and reduce pollution. These initiatives focus on promoting electric vehicles, setting up sewage treatment plants, and restoring water bodies. Citizens are increasingly involved through citizen science platforms that enable local communities to track air quality and participate in clean-up drives. Together, these efforts reflect a growing awareness that sustainable environmental practices and active public participation are essential to ensuring cleaner air, safer water, and a healthier future.