This Gurugram Society Created Its Own ‘Rain’ to Combat Pollution

New Delhi: A video of a housing society in Gurugram creating artificial rain to combat air pollution is going viral on social media. The video has garnered attention because while the entire city is struggling with poor air quality, this society is taking matters into its own hands to reduce pollution.

The video was shared on Instagram by Rahul Yadav. He captioned it saying that this Gurugram society maintains better air quality through artificial rain. He stated that while the entire city is struggling to breathe, this place is fighting pollution by creating its “own rain.”

How does this system work?
The video shows sprinklers installed on the rooftops of the society’s buildings. These sprinklers release a fine mist of water into the air, creating the effect of light rain. This water helps settle the dust and pollution particles in the air, thus cleaning the surrounding air to some extent. The video shows the system from different angles. The society’s lush green gardens, clean lawns, and wide walkways are also visible. The greenery clearly indicates that this initiative has made the society’s environment cleaner and more livable.

What did people say on social media?
The video has received mixed reactions on social media. Some people questioned why the government doesn’t implement such a system in other societies and offices. Many users praised the initiative, saying that it’s important to consider the environment alongside development. Some also asked if it’s feasible to implement such a large-scale system everywhere and what its cost would be. Overall, this Gurugram society’s effort has shown that new and creative ways to combat air pollution can be adopted at the local level if there is a will to do so.