The Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB) on October 08, 2026, issued directions under section 18(1) (b) of the Water Act, 1974 and the Air Act, 1981- for implementation of Standard Operating Procedure for expeditious disposal of applications for grant of consent & authorization by SPCBs/ PCCs, adoption of proactive approach for ensuring compliance with environmental laws/norms/ regulations by SPCBs/ PCCs, and creating web-portal for redressal of grievances.
The following has been stated: -
•The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued directions under Section 18(1)(b) of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, for implementation of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) by State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) and Pollution Control Committees (PCCs).
•The directions aim to expedite the disposal of applications for consent and authorisation, promote proactive monitoring of compliance with environmental laws and standards, and establish a web portal for grievance redressal.
•The SOP was circulated by CPCB vide letter dated February 27, 2026, and the related directions were communicated vide letter dated August 21, 2026, for information and implementation.
The detailed notification is given in the document below.
[Notification No.: SEE(HQ-2)/F.No.703/2026 22680-98]
