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CGWA is a statutory body under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, responsible for regulating and managing groundwater extraction to prevent over-exploitation and ensure sustainable use.

Section 3(3) empowers CGWA to:

Regulate and control groundwater extraction
Grant or reject permits for groundwater use
Issue directions to industries, commercial units, and infrastructure projects for groundwater management

Industries, infrastructure projects, mining companies, and commercial establishments in Notified and Over-exploited Areas must obtain permission before extracting groundwater.

Entities must apply through the CGWA NOCAP portal, submitting:

Water requirement details
Rainwater harvesting and recharge plans
Consent from the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB)

Installation of water flow meters
Adoption of rainwater harvesting and recharge measures
Submission of groundwater extraction reports
Payment of groundwater abstraction charges (if applicable)

Closure of borewells and sealing of extraction facilities
Fines under the Environment Protection Act, 1986
Legal action and environmental compensation charges

Yes, exemptions apply to:

Individual domestic users
Farmers using groundwater for agriculture
Government water supply schemes

A CGWA NOC is generally valid for 2-5 years, depending on the category of the area and type of use. Renewal applications must be submitted before expiry.

Entities must:

Submit annual groundwater usage reports
Ensure compliance with recharge and conservation commitments
Maintain records of water meters and recharge structures

2020 Amendment: Stricter norms for industries in over-exploited areas
2022 Update: Mandatory water conservation fees for commercial extraction
2023 Revision: Digital monitoring of groundwater withdrawal and recharge compliance

CGWA Compliance under Section 3(3) of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

Applicability of Groundwater NOC

Exemptions

Frequent asked Questions (FAQs)

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CGWA Compliance under Section 3(3) of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

Applicability of Groundwater NOC

Exemptions

Frequent asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA)?

What is Section 3(3) of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986?

Who needs to obtain CGWA permission for groundwater extraction?

How can an entity apply for CGWA permission?

What are the key conditions for obtaining a CGWA No Objection Certificate (NOC)?

What are the penalties for non-compliance with CGWA regulations?

Are exemptions available for groundwater extraction?

What is the validity period of a CGWA NOC?

What are the reporting obligations after obtaining CGWA permission?

What are the recent amendments in CGWA regulations?

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