Updated on March 22, 2025 03:34:38 PM
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act led to the establishment of the Bihar State Pollution Control Board (BSPCB) in 1974. This board was established after the aforementioned Act was passed in compliance with Article 252 Clause I of the Indian Constitution. this board was established. when it was first passed, the Water Act of 1974 applied to all twelve states and union territories and one of them was Bihar. Two laws, The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981 and the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974 were passed in order to prevent and control water pollution. In order to implement the Act's objective, the Central and State Pollution Control Boards were founded.
The Bihar State Pollution Control Committee (BSPCB) is an authorized organization working under the Department of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, Government of Bihar. It is responsible for implementing environmental laws and standards to check pollution in the state. BSPCB regularly measures, analyzes and supervises air, water & soil monitoring data, grants PCC (pollution Control Consent) to establish and operate industries. It ensures compliance to environmental norms & standards It also provides and implements environmental awareness programs and also offers policy advice to the government on environmental issues. BSPCB operates under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, promoting sustainable development.
The Bihar State Pollution Control Board aims to achieve the following:
The main functions of the Bihar State Pollution Control Board are:
The BSPCB Procedure means the processes required for getting approvals, permits or licenses from the Bihar State Pollution Control Board. Here’s a step-by-step overview of the procedure:
Essential documents include the application form, a copy of the registration certificate of the company, any document supporting the ownership of the land, a plan showing the layout of the site, a project report and details regarding pollution control measures to be adopted.
To apply, the applicant has to sign up on the website of BSPCB, fill out the form for employment, and attach some documents. In this digital method, submission is easy and at the same time, the authorities are assured of clear environmental regulations.
BSPCB officials might pay a visit to the site to check for compliance during operation. They evaluate the environmental management strategies and pollution control measures before licensing their industrial activities.
If the premises pass the required inspection and document checks, BSPCB gives its consent. When problems are discovered , the business has to make the necessary changes aimed at dealing with the environmental problems before reapply.
Companies have to update their permissions at certain periods through filing new compliance reports. Compliance with the environmental standards is best sustained continually to retain legal operating authority and avert possible operational sanctions.
The following paperwork is needed in order to submit an application for consent from the Bihar State Pollution Control Board:
As per the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1974 and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act of 1981, respectively, the first consent to operate will be accompanied by a path permit. These industrial units are required to submit applications for permission to operate through the Online Management and Monitoring System (OCMMS) along with the necessary paperwork, consent fees, and CTE and environmental clearance (if applicable). If the unit is covered by the Hazardous & Other Waste (Management, transboundary & Movement) Rules, 2016, which is required to submit an application for both. There is a fee associated with the application of hazardous waste
The following is the duration of the consent to operate granted by the Water Act of 1974 and the Air Act of 1981 to different industries and projects:
The authorization is valid for five years in compliance with the Hazardous Waste Management Rules.
Given below are the fees for obtaining consent
| Sr | Details of Units according to their costs | Consent to establish Fee (CTE) | Consent to Operate Fee (CTO) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Industrial units having investments up to 25 lakhs | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 15,000 |
| 2 | Industrial units having investments up to 25 lakhs | Rs. 5,000 | Rs. 45,000 |
| 3 | Industrial units have an investment of more than 5 Crore but up to 10 Crore | Rs. 35,000 | Rs. 70,000 |
| 4 | Industrial units have an investment of more than 10 crore but up to 50 crore | Rs. 75,000 | Rs. 100,000 |
| 5 | Industrial units have an investment of more than 50 crore | Rs. 150,000 | Rs. 275,000 |
Note: The aforementioned Fees is exclusive of GST.
Given below is the procedure for obtaining BSPCB NOC:
In conclusion, CPCB guidelines are established to prevent and control the pollution, and to ensure that these guidelines are followed in each state, State boards have been formed, with BSPCB being one of them. Following its obligation, BSPCB helps protect the environment by controlling and reducing pollution from industries. BSPCB also issue CTE and CTO certificates to industries, categorizing them into red, orange, green, and white categories for regulation. They provide advice to the state government on pollution prevention and control measures. So if you want to have smooth operations in Bihar, industries need to obtain clearances from BSPCB.
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
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Bihar State Pollution Control Board is responsible for implementing various environmental laws and regulations in Bihar. It was established in 1974 under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act.
BSPCB categorizes industries into four categories:
Non-compliance with BSPCB norms can result in penalties such as:
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