Archive · 15 Sep 2025
Chembur Residents Report Smog, RCF Plant Denies Leak
Residents in Chembur, Mumbai, are complaining about smog and a bad smell near a chemical plant.
They worry about a possible gas leak.
The plant, RCF, says there's no leak.
The MPCB is checking the air.
A resident has contacted authorities to investigate, as the residents have reported breathing issues.
The Bombay High Court is also involved.
Residents are concerned because Chembur already has bad air quality.
They are calling for independent air monitoring.
Residents of Chembur reported smog and a pungent smell near the RCF plant.
RCF officials deny any gas leakage.
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) deployed machines to monitor air quality.
The Bombay High Court has taken note of the situation.
A resident has appealed to authorities, raising concerns about air quality.
- Who
- Residents of Chembur and RCF officials
- What
- Reports of smog and a pungent smell near RCF plant
- When
- Reported on Monday, September 8, and ongoing
- Where
- Chembur, Mumbai, near the RCF plant
- Why
- Concerns over potential gas leakage and air quality
Resident Concerns
RCF Response
Gas Leakage
Resident Concerns
Residents report potential gas leaks based on smell and smog.
RCF Response
RCF denies any gas leakage and assures all emissions are within limits.
Air Quality Monitoring
Resident Concerns
Residents question the efficacy of monitoring, citing persistent issues despite official reports.
RCF Response
RCF states that their machines and MPCB monitoring show all emissions are within limits.
- Location
- Chembur, Mumbai
- Affected Areas
- Sindhi Society and Collector Colony
- Plant in Question
- Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers (RCF)
- Reported Issues
- Smog, pungent smell, potential gas leak
- Official Response
- RCF denies any leakage
- Involved Authorities
- MPCB, Bombay High Court