The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has launched the Indigenous Air Quality Monitoring System (AQ-AIMS) and introduced the Air-Pravah App on the occasion of World Environment Day.
The inauguration, presided over by Secretary of MeitY, S Krishnan, marks a pivotal moment in India’s journey towards combating air pollution. Developed under MeitY-supported technologies, AQ-AIMS stands as a cost-effective, ‘Make in India’ solution, available in three variants tailored to the needs of industries.
Secretary S Krishnan emphasized the system’s efficacy, stating, ‘It is a very cost-effective, ‘Make in India’ solution, which is available in three variants depending upon the needs of industries. The system has been thoroughly tested and validated for various parameters of air.’
MeitY’s Additional Secretary, Bhuvanesh Kumar, highlighted the Ministry’s commitment to supporting R&D activities, ensuring seamless progress from proof of concept to product development to meet the evolving needs of industries.
Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), Kolkata, in collaboration with TeXMIN (ISM, Dhanbad) and industry partner J M Envirolab Pvt Ltd, AQ-AIMS sets a new standard for outdoor air quality monitoring. Equipped to measure environmental pollutants such as PM 1.0, PM 2.5, PM 10, SO2, NO2, O3, CO, CO2, Temperature, and Humidity, the system offers continuous monitoring capabilities.
Following successful field trials and certifications from esteemed institutions including the National Physical Laboratory, Delhi, and TUV India, Pune, AQ-AIMS is now being commercialized by ToT partner M/s J M Envirolab Pvt Ltd. The technology promises to replace conventional instruments at a fraction of the cost, aligning with the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
Crucially, the AQ-AIMS comes with the Air-Pravah App, facilitating real-time Air Quality Index (AQI) monitoring. The app boasts features such as quick setup, real-time data visualization, unit conversions, AQI comparison, multi-device support, data analysis tools, remote monitoring, and automatic updates. It will be available on Android play stores, activated by registering with the unique device ID of the AQ-AIMS device.
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has expressed confidence in the system’s capability to streamline environmental clearances, further underscoring its significance in India’s environmental stewardship efforts.
Efforts have been made to make AQ-AIMS available through the GeM portal, ensuring accessibility and widespread adoption across industries.
