Compliance under Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and amended thereafter

The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, was enacted to prevent and control water pollution, ensure the restoration of water quality, and maintain ecological balance. This Act provides a comprehensive legal framework to regulate water pollution and protect water bodies across India. The legislation is enforced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and respective State Pollution Control Board (SPCB)/Pollution Control Committee (PCC) at the state/UT level .

Key Objectives of the Act

Prevent Water Pollution

Control and mitigate the discharge of pollutants into water bodies.

Preserve Water Quality

Ensure the cleanliness and purity of surface and groundwater.

Regulate Industrial Discharges

Monitor and regulate industrial and sewage discharges.

Safeguard Ecosystems

Protect aquatic life and maintain the natural balance of water bodies.

CTE and CTO Requirements

Industries and businesses that discharge effluents must secure:

1. Consent to Establish (CTE):

Approval prior to setting up operations to ensure compliance with water pollution control norms.

2. Consent to Operate (CTO):

Required to begin operations, verifying that all pollution control measures are in place and functional.

Services Offered Under This Regulatory Compliance

CTE and CTO Application Assistance ▼
  • Preparing and submitting applications to the SPCB.
  • Drafting technical reports, water usage plans, and effluent management strategies.
  • Facilitating approval processes with regulatory authorities.
Effluent Management Solutions ▼
  • Designing and implementing effluent treatment plants (ETPs) tailored to client needs.
  • Ensuring treatment and disposal systems meet prescribed standards.
Water Quality Monitoring ▼
  • Conducting regular water quality assessments and environmental audits.
  • Preparing reports for submission to regulatory bodies.
Regulatory Compliance Support ▼
  • Assisting with SPCB inspections, audits, and responses to show-cause notices.
  • Ensuring renewal of CTOs and maintaining compliance records.
Sustainability Integration ▼
  • Advising on water conservation and zero-discharge practices to promote sustainable operations.

Frequent asked Questions (FAQs)

The Water Act, 1974, is a legislation aimed at preventing and controlling water pollution in India. It establishes mechanisms for monitoring water quality and regulating industrial and municipal wastewater discharge.

Industries, manufacturing units, municipalities, and establishments generating and discharging wastewater into water bodies or sewer systems must comply with the Act.

Businesses must obtain Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO) from the Pollution Control Board, install effluent treatment plants (ETPs), conduct regular wastewater quality monitoring, and adhere to prescribed discharge norms.

Non-compliance can lead to fines, legal action, closure of operations, and imprisonment under provisions of the Act.

The Pollution Control Board (PCB) conducts inspections, reviews self-reported data, enforces effluent quality standards, and mandates periodic testing of treated wastewater.

Industries can implement wastewater treatment plants, adopt water recycling and reuse strategies, minimize water usage, and follow zero-liquid discharge (ZLD) guidelines where applicable.

These boards regulate wastewater discharge, set effluent standards, issue permits, and enforce pollution control measures through inspections and legal actions.

Certain small-scale industries with minimal water pollution may have relaxed requirements, but all businesses must comply with basic pollution control measures as prescribed by the PCB.

Recent amendments focus on stricter effluent quality norms, real-time monitoring of industrial wastewater discharge, higher penalties for violations, and stricter enforcement mechanisms.
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