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Detailed explanation-1: -The tower has been installed at the initiative of the Chandigarh Pollution Control Committee (CPCC) at Transport Chowk, Sector 26, by Pious Air Pvt Limited.

Detailed explanation-2: -Adviser Dharampal will inaugurate it. The tower, which is stated to be the tallest in the country, has been installed at Transport Light Point (TPT) on Madhya Marg, one of the most populated points due to the heavy traffic pressure and nearby transport area.

Detailed explanation-3: -Standing tall at 24 metres, the air purification tower was inaugurated by Chandigarh adviser Dharam Pal at the busy Transport Chowk on the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies.

Detailed explanation-4: -Notes: In an attempt to fight air pollution, China has constructed an experimental air purifying tower, touted to be the “world’s biggest air purifier” at a height of over 100 meters (328 feet).

Detailed explanation-5: -An experimental tower has been built in Xian in Shaanxi province, northern China that is said to be the largest air purifier in the world standing at over 100 meters (328 feet) high.