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Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024: Key Reforms for Indian Industries
Introduction In February 2024, the Ministry of Law and Justice published the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Act, 2024 — a landmark reform modernizing India’s environmental governance system. This amendment to the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 focuses on decriminalizing minor offences, introducing monetary penalties instead of imprisonment, and strengthening…
Consent to Operate (CTO) NOC — Pollution Control Board Approval for Industries and Projects
Introduction In India, industrial and non-industrial establishments — whether manufacturing units, hospitals, commercial complexes, malls, residential societies, or hotels — are required to comply with environmental laws before beginning operations. As per the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, every such project must…
National Green Tribunal (NGT): A Key Driver of Environmental Compliance for Industries in India
Introduction: Environmental regulations have become increasingly crucial for sustainable development in India’s rapidly expanding industrial and infrastructure landscape.Industries today must operate responsibly from Pollution Control Board NOC to Groundwater NOC, Environmental Clearance (EC), EIA compliance, STP/ETP installation, and Water Audit. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) plays a central role in enforcing these environmental laws, ensuring that economic growth does not damage water…
Old Classification of Industries (2016): Red, Orange, Green & White Categories
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) introduced the final document on the revised classification of industries dated 07.03.2016 to bring uniformity in environmental regulation across India. This classification is critical for industries applying for approvals like Pollution NOC, CTE (Consent to Establish), CTO (Consent to Operate), and CCA NOC in Uttarakhand or other states. Industries…
