India, Jan. 3 -- Residents and resident welfare associations (RWAs) have criticised the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) December 26 directive ordering 193 high-rise societies to deploy smog guns during poor air quality days.

They said it is unfeasible for housing societies to install smog guns. Under the advisory, societies have been directed to set up smog guns or micro-mist water sprinkling systems at the topmost levels or rooftops of buildings to ensure wider dispersion of water.

"While some societies are using smog guns to reduce pollution, it is not feasible for all to install these systems due to its high cost. Expecting residents to address the pollution problem in this manner is ridiculous," said Kiran Verma, secto...