Hyderabad, July 8 (KNN) The Telangana State Pollution Control Board (TSPCB) held a meeting with various stakeholders to discuss ways of reducing air pollution in the city. The aim of the meeting was to promote the use of cleaner fuels by the industries, which will help in the reduction of air pollution in the city.

The representatives of the industries from Jeedimetla area, officials of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) supplier Bhagyanagar Gas Ltd and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) attended the meeting.

More than 30 representatives from various industries in Jeedimetla area participated in the meeting and informed that they are ready to fulfill the requirements with safety measures to reduce air pollution.

Speaking at the meeting, member secretary of TPSCB, V Anil Kumar said, "CNG/LPG being cleaner fuel will not only reduce the emissions but also have several co-benefits such as reduced maintenance, increased efficiency, and reduction in emissions due to solid fuels handling etc."

He also urged the representatives of industries to know their responsibility and how it is a collaborative action which will ensure cleaner air in the city.

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