TNPCB Citizens Charter 2019
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019, issued by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board, explains the Board's role, services and public-facing functions in controlling and preventing water, air and land pollution in Tamil Nadu. It describes how the Board monitors industries, grant...
What this document is
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019 is a public guidance document issued by the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board. It sets out the Board's vision, main functions, office structure, complaint handling systems, training and awareness work, and the environmental laws and rules that the Board implements.
What it governs
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board says it enforces the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, and relevant provisions and rules under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The document says the Board works to control, prevent and abate pollution of streams, wells, land and atmosphere in Tamil Nadu.
Key activities listed include:
- monitoring effluent and emission disposal from industries and local bodies
- monitoring treatment facilities and water resources
- collecting and sharing data on water, air and land pollution
- laying down standards for sewage, trade effluent and emissions
- promoting proper treatment and cleaner technology options
- conducting water quality inspections and sampling of rivers, lakes and coastal regions
- conducting ambient air quality surveys in important cities, industrial estates and major habitations
Who it affects
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019 affects industries, hospitals, local bodies, waste handling units, entrepreneurs and members of the public who raise environmental complaints or seek information. Property owners and buyers may find it relevant where land or buildings are near industries, waste facilities or areas affected by pollution control action.
How industry regulation works
The document says the Board classifies industries into Red, Orange and Green based on pollution potential. It also classifies industries by Gross Fixed Assets as Large, Medium and Small, then uses both criteria together for consent processing and monitoring.
The document states that:
- District Officers inspect industries periodically
- District Officers can issue fresh consent and consent for extension and expansion for Orange-Small, Green-Small and Medium categories through the District Level Consent Clearance Committee
- District Officers can renew consent for Red-Small and all sizes of Orange and Green category industries
- Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board can issue show cause notices, legal action, closure directions and stoppage of power supply for non-compliance
Other public services and environmental measures
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019 also highlights:
- online complaint grievance redressal through Amma Call Centre and CM Cell
- an Online Consent Management and Monitoring System
- support for Common Effluent Treatment Plants
- action on hazardous waste, biomedical waste, e-waste, solid waste and plastic waste
- environmental awareness campaigns, workshops, rallies and publications
- compliance with the Right to Information Act
The document also records that the Government of Tamil Nadu banned specified use and throwaway plastics through G.O. (Ms). No. 84 of Environment and Forests Department, dated 25.06.2018, with effect from 01.01.2019.
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Common questions
Does Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board deal only with factories?
No. Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019 says the Board monitors industries and local bodies, handles complaints, supports waste management, and has inventoried health care units and hazardous waste generating units.
Can the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board take action against polluting units?
Yes. The document says Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board issues show cause notices, takes legal actions, and can issue directions for closure and stoppage of power supply against industries or agencies that do not comply with pollution control requirements.
How are industries classified for consent and monitoring?
Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board Citizens Charter 2019 says industries are classified as Red, Orange and Green based on pollution potential. It also says industries are grouped as Large, Medium and Small based on Gross Fixed Assets, and both classifications are used together.
Is there a public complaint system for environmental issues?
Yes. The document lists an Online Complaint Grievance Redressal System through Amma Call Centre and CM Cell, and it also says District Offices investigate complaints.
