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With air pollution levels in major Uttar Pradesh cities rising to critical levels around Diwali, the state green watchdog has shut nearly a dozen plywood factories in Lucknow while serving notices on almost 100 companies, including estate developers in other places.
The UP Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) has ordered about 12 plywood units in the state capital to suspend operations until November 15 with a view to improving the air quality.
Besides, notices were recently issued to about 100 companies for polluting the air with dust particles and other pollutants. At the same time, penalties have also been imposed on some repeat
