India, April 5 -- Residents of Sector 79 in Manesar have raised concerns over excessive dust in the area, alleging it is adversely affecting the health of nearly 8,000 people living across eight high-rise residential complexes.

Residents said the presence of two ready-mix concrete (RMC) plants, along with large-scale construction activity, has significantly increased dust levels. They also flagged inadequate dust control measures, including uncovered transportation of raw materials, frequent movement of heavy vehicles, and irregular road sweeping by municipal authorities.

Sumit Kumar, RWA general secretary of Godrej 101, said, "There is dust everywhere. Trucks transporting raw materials are rarely covered, allowing particles to spread a...