Current Affairs - State - Discussion

Gujarat launched the ‘Lake and Air Watch’ initiative through the Gujarat Urban Development Mission to monitor environmental conditions in urban areas. The program uses satellite technology and advanced sensors to track air quality and the condition of city lakes, including pollution levels, siltation, and algae growth. Real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) data will be gathered from monitoring stations across 17 municipal corporations and 152 municipalities. A centralized digital dashboard will continuously update environmental data and generate alerts if pollution levels or lake conditions change significantly, helping authorities respond quickly and improving environmental transparency for citizens.