India Air Quality Control Systems Market Overview, 2030

The India air quality control systems market is witnessing a pivotal transformation driven by heightened environmental awareness, stricter government regulations, and increasing industrialization across the nation. The urgency to combat air pollution, which has emerged as a pressing public health concern in major Indian cities, has placed air quality control systems at the center of national and state-level environmental policy strategies. With India frequently ranking among the nations with the most polluted air, demand for effective air pollution mitigation technologies is growing from both public and private sectors. The government initiatives such as the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) aims to reduce PM2.5 and PM10 levels by a significant margin by 2024 and beyond, have created a fertile ground for air quality control system deployments. Urbanization and industrial expansion, particularly in sectors like power generation, cement, steel, and chemicals, have contributed significantly to the rising emissions of sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and volatile organic compounds. As industries race to comply with evolving emission norms and limit their environmental impact, the adoption of advanced emission control technologies is expected to rise sharply in the forecast period. The push toward sustainable industrial operations is prompting companies to upgrade legacy equipment with state-of-the-art air quality control systems capable of capturing a wider array of pollutants. Moreover, the market is being supported by favorable government subsidies, international climate cooperation programs, and foreign direct investment in green technologies, all of which are expected to amplify the pace of adoption and innovation in this field.

According to the research report India Air Quality Control Systems Market Overview, 2030, published by Bonafide Research, the India Air Quality Control Systems Market is anticipated to grow at more than 9.18% CAGR from 2025 to 2030. A key catalyst for the anticipated expansion of the air quality control systems market in India lies in the broad and diverse industrial base that requires customized pollution mitigation solutions. The presence of major urban clusters and industrial corridors in states like Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, and Uttar Pradesh has led to concentrated zones of high pollution, which in turn has generated strong demand for region-specific air purification systems. Additionally, with India’s increasing focus on renewable energy sources and emission reductions as part of its commitments under the Paris Agreement, there is growing emphasis on upgrading existing plants with emission control technologies that are both energy-efficient and compatible with renewable inputs. The enforcement of more stringent ambient air quality standards by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is also expected to boost the adoption of flue gas desulfurization units, electrostatic precipitators, and baghouse filters across thermal and heavy industries. Meanwhile, urban infrastructure projects such as metro expansions, smart city initiatives, and the construction of large commercial complexes have further accelerated the demand for indoor and ambient air quality management systems. With the rising prevalence of respiratory illnesses due to poor air quality, industries are under societal pressure to adopt more transparent and effective pollution control mechanisms. This societal influence, coupled with digitalization trends, is giving rise to smart air quality monitoring and real-time emissions control systems.

Among the many technologies driving the Indian air quality control systems market, electrostatic precipitators are gaining significant traction due to their high efficiency in removing fine particulate matter from industrial emissions. These systems are widely used in coal-fired power plants, cement kilns, and steel processing units, where airborne dust and ash pose significant environmental and operational hazards. Flue gas desulfurization units are becoming increasingly critical, especially as Indian coal typically has high sulfur content. Power plants are required by law to install FGD systems, and wet scrubbing with limestone has become the most preferred method. This regulatory pressure is likely to sustain long-term demand for FGD installations. Similarly, wet and dry scrubbers are increasingly being employed in industries such as cement, chemical manufacturing, and waste incineration to handle acid gases and fine particulates. These devices are particularly effective in neutralizing sulfur compounds and other corrosive pollutants that standard filters may not handle efficiently. Selective catalytic reduction systems are being used to curtail nitrogen oxide emissions, especially in large-scale boilers, power generation units, and even heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Their ability to reduce NOx by up to 90 percent makes them indispensable in sectors operating under strict NOx norms. Fabric filters, commonly referred to as baghouses, are another essential component in the fight against air pollution, especially in dusty industrial processes like mining and clinker production. Catalytic converters, while already standard in automotive applications, are finding use in industrial engines and generator sets. Their versatility in converting hydrocarbons, CO, and NOx into benign compounds contributes significantly to compliance with emission regulations. Thermal oxidizers, commonly deployed in chemical and pharmaceutical sectors, are essential for handling volatile organic compounds and hazardous air pollutants. Other emerging technologies such as mercury control systems, activated carbon injection, and hybrid ESP-baghouse solutions are gradually penetrating the Indian market as industries prepare for more comprehensive and integrated air quality management systems.

Power generation remains one of the largest sectors requiring high-capacity air pollution control infrastructure, especially for coal-fired thermal plants. Given India's dependency on coal for electricity generation, systems like ESPs, FGDs, and SCRs have become mandatory for plant operations to meet CPCB emission limits. Cement production, another major polluting sector, is rapidly adopting fabric filters, ESPs, and scrubbers to mitigate the high volumes of dust and chemical gases released during clinker formation and fuel combustion. The automotive sector is seeing both upstream and downstream adoption of AQCS from catalytic converters in vehicle exhaust systems to VOC control equipment in vehicle manufacturing plants. As Bharat Stage VI norms push for lower vehicular emissions, the integration of catalytic emission control devices has become a standard practice. In the chemical and petrochemical industries, where toxic and flammable gases are often emitted during manufacturing processes, thermal oxidizers, catalytic converters, and multi-stage scrubber systems are in high demand to ensure safe and compliant emissions. Metal processing and mining, which involve extraction, smelting, and refining, are major contributors to dust and heavy metal emissions. These facilities are incorporating baghouses, dry scrubbers, and ESPs as integral parts of their air quality strategy. Although the pharmaceutical sector does not emit large volumes of pollutants, the requirement for sterile, controlled environments has necessitated the use of indoor AQ systems, HEPA filters, and VOC abatement systems to maintain regulatory standards. The food processing and pulp and paper industries, though smaller in emission volumes, present specific challenges such as odor and VOCs, for which solutions like biofilters and wet scrubbers are being increasingly employed.

Indoor systems are gaining importance across multiple sectors due to growing awareness of indoor air pollution and its health impacts. Industrial facilities, pharmaceutical cleanrooms, electronics manufacturing plants, and even commercial office spaces are investing in indoor air quality control mechanisms to protect workers and maintain product integrity. These systems include advanced HEPA filtration units, catalytic oxidizers, and compact scrubbers designed for localized control of airborne contaminants. The demand for indoor AQCS is also supported by the shift toward green building certifications, which emphasize air purification and ventilation as key components of sustainable infrastructure. Meanwhile, ambient air quality systems are critical for larger-scale emissions management before pollutants are released into the atmosphere. These include tall-stack ESPs, FGD units, dry and wet scrubbers, and thermal oxidizers tailored for outdoor emission sources like chimneys and exhaust vents. With urban and industrial expansion often occurring in close proximity, ambient air quality systems are crucial for preventing cross-contamination and reducing overall environmental degradation. These systems not only ensure regulatory compliance but also play a role in improving the general air quality of the surrounding environment. The integration of real-time monitoring and remote control features in both indoor and ambient systems is further enhancing their effectiveness.

Considered in this report
• Historic Year: 2019
• Base year: 2024
• Estimated year: 2025
• Forecast year: 2030

Aspects covered in this report
• Air Quality Control System Market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Technology
• Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP)
• Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD)
• Scrubbers (Wet & Dry)
• Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR)
• Fabric Filters (Baghouses)
• Catalytic Converters
• Thermal Oxidizers
• Others (Mercury Control Systems, Hybrid Systems)

By Application
• Power Generation
• Cement Industry
• Automotive
• Chemical & Petrochemical
• Metal Processing & Mining
• Pharmaceuticals
• Others (Food processing, Pulp & Paper)

By Product type
• Indoor
• Ambient

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and listing out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual report of companies, analyzing the government generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducted trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we have started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to agriculture industry, government bodies and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.