• Yashpal Kumar
• Kshipra Kapoor
• Shakti Kumar

The term "environmental noise" refers to any sound that is unwelcome or potentially hazardous that is produced outside and is often caused by things like traffic, industrial, construction, and recreational activities. Since the traffic noise pollution becomes a major contributor to the deteriorating environment conditions, this article is focused on the on the evaluation and management of environmental noise pollution in the Chandigarh. This study however also examines the advantages and disadvantages of a variety of approaches to noise pollution management that have been used by researchers working in the field of environmental noise pollution monitoring and control. Throughout order to get an accurate reading of the noise level in the Union Territory, 22 different measuring stations were chosen. During the course of five months, measurements were taken early in the morning (from 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM and again from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM), in the afternoon (from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM), in the evening (from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM), and again from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM on weekdays and on weekends. In addition, a comparison with the standard established by the CPCB was carried out as part of the research. For this purpose, the regions under investigation were split up into four distinct zones in accordance with the recommendations of the CPCC, Chandigarh. The noise level data that were obtained show that the overall quality of the acoustic environment in our research region was at medium level. This indicates that exposure to these levels for an extended length of time may have an effect on human health as well as quality of life. Mapping of the city’s noise pollution was then done using ArcGIS.

Environmental Noise Monitoring, CPCB Standard, Sound Level Meter Calibration,

"Monitoring and Assessment of Environmental Noise Pollution in the areas of Chandigarh using SLM and ArcGIS", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 8, page no.a65-a75, August-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2408009.pdf

"Monitoring and Assessment of Environmental Noise Pollution in the areas of Chandigarh using SLM and ArcGIS", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 8, page no. ppa65-a75, August-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2408009.pdf