#Delhi Pollution Control Board

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Delhi Pollution Control Certificate: A Necessity for Sustainable Business Operations

Introduction

In the middle of Delhi's thriving culture and commercial activity, there is a serious issue to be concerned about pollution. Delhi faces serious environmental problems due to its industry and quickly expanding population, especially with regard to air and water pollution. As a result, regulatory agencies have put policies in place to reduce pollution and encourage environmentally friendly behavior. The Delhi Pollution Control Certificate is one such measure that is essential to guaranteeing businesses follow environmental regulations. We'll go into the significance of this certificate and the reasons that companies, like Metacorp ITES Pvt Ltd, must obtain it in this blog post. Understanding the Delhi Pollution Control Certificate

The Consent to Establish and Operate (CTE/CTO) certificate, sometimes referred to as the Delhi Pollution Control certificate, is a necessary document for firms to operate in Delhi. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), a regulatory organization charged with keeping an eye on and managing the area's pollution levels, is the one that issues it. The certificate is proof that a company has followed environmental laws and taken steps to reduce pollution.

Importance of the Certificate for Businesses

Legal Compliance:

For companies operating in Delhi, obtaining the Delhi Pollution Control Certificate is not only a matter of choice but also a legal need. Businesses that fail to comply with environmental standards face penalties, fines, or even closure without this certificate. Ensuring legal compliance is crucial for Metacorp ITES Pvt Ltd to continue operating without interruption. 

Environmental Responsibility:

Businesses show their dedication to environmental responsibility by getting the pollution control certificate. It shows that they are aware of their responsibility to reduce pollution and are doing proactively to leave as little of an environmental impact as possible. As a conscientious corporate body, Metacorp ITES Pvt Ltd recognizes the value of sustainable practices and endeavors to make a constructive impact on the environment.

Public Perception and Brand Image:

Customers prefer to interact with companies that place a high priority on sustainability and environmental stewardship in today's environmentally concerned world. Having a Delhi Pollution Control Certificate improves a company's standing and builds confidence among stakeholders, investors, and clients. Maintaining a positive brand image is crucial for Metacorp ITES Pvt Ltd's long-term growth and success.

Process of Obtaining the Certificate

Application Submission:

Companies that want to obtain a Delhi Pollution Control Certificate need to apply to the DPCC. Details including the type of operations, the pollution control methods used, and the environmental impact assessment are usually included in the application.

Inspection and Verification:

After receiving the application, the DPCC thoroughly inspects the company's facilities to see whether environmental standards are being followed. They assess things like noise levels, solid waste disposal, wastewater management, and air pollution. 

Compliance Measures:

Businesses must make any necessary corrections if inconsistencies are discovered during the inspection in order to guarantee regulatory compliance. This could entail improving current infrastructure or putting in place more pollution control measures. 

Issuance of Certificate:

The Delhi Pollution Control Certificate is granted to the company by the DPCC if it is satisfied with the compliance procedures. Businesses usually need to renew this certificate in order to continue operating when it expires. 

Conclusion

The Delhi Pollution Control Certificate is an essential tool for encouraging environmentally sustainable corporate activities and sustainable environmental practices, not just a bureaucratic formality. Obtaining this certificate is crucial for companies like Metacorp ITES Pvt Ltd in order to comply with the law, uphold environmental responsibility, and preserve their good reputation. Businesses may help ensure that Delhi and its residents have a cleaner, healthier future by embracing sustainability and abiding by environmental laws.

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Delhi govt. to start drive against burning of waste in open today

Vehicles in Delhi passing through a thick layer of smog on Tuesday afternoon. | Photo Credit: SUSHIL KUMAR VERMA Environment Minister Gopal Rai said the Delhi government will launch a campaign on Wednesday to discourage open burning of waste. The Minister made the announcement after chairing a meeting on air pollution on Tuesday when the city’s overall air quality index (AQI) showed slight…

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Singhania Group flow for sustainability‼️

As the Delhi assembly elections of 2020 drew near, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal made a resolute promise to the public: to restore the Yamuna River to a state where it would be safe for swimming by the year 2025. Yet, as the deadline approaches, the grim reality of the river's pollution persists. Recent data from environmental agencies paints a stark picture - pollution levels in the Yamuna River have surged by a troubling 25% over the past year alone. The untreated effluents discharged by industries emerge as a significant contributor to this alarming trend. Furthermore, public awareness and concern regarding environmental issues have surged, with a notable 78% of individuals expressing a preference for supporting environmentally responsible companies.

In the midst of these environmental challenges, the Pollution Control Board (PCB) intervened, delivering a damning public notice against the Singhania Group. The accusation was severe - the group was accused of discharging an alarming 62% of untreated effluent into the already beleaguered Yamuna. This revelation cast a shadow over the reputation of the Singhania Group, a textile manufacturer with a distinguished three-decade legacy. The timing of this accusation couldn't have been more detrimental as the promising future suddenly seems uncertain for the company as share prices take a dramatic plunge in the wake of recent accusations. This unfortunate timing, just as optimism reigned, casts a long shadow over their previously rosy outlook.

The fallout triggered a domino effect, eroding investor trust and confidence. With scepticism about the company's leadership and practices rising, investors are pulling back, sending share prices spiralling downwards. Heightened media attention and public speculation further amplify the negative sentiment, compounding the downward trend.

This situation underscores profound questions about environmental responsibility, corporate ethics, and the integrity of political promises. While the actions of the PCB may appear justifiable in their mission to safeguard the Yamuna, the timing raises legitimate concerns about potential political motivations. Conversely, the Singhania Group finds itself grappling with the consequences of potential negligence in effluent treatment, underscoring the critical importance of responsible industrial practices.

In response to these challenges, the Singhania Group must embark on a concerted outreach campaign aimed at showcasing their ongoing efforts to address environmental concerns. Transparency, coupled with robust community engagement initiatives and tangible sustainability measures, will be key in demonstrating the group's unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. By aligning their corporate interests with the broader goals of societal and environmental well-being, the Singhania Group can chart a course towards a more sustainable and socially responsible future, thereby regaining the trust and confidence of the public.

TASK AT HAND

As the Singhania Group's CSR head,

1) develop a CSR campaign to restore the company's reputation

2) an investment portfolio that prioritises sustainable solutions.

3) Make a website to promote the company's CSR actions and increase transparency.

DELIVERABLES

PPT of not more than 7 slides

A website

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NEW DELHI, Nov 3 (Reuters) - India's capital New Delhi was wrapped in a thick layer of toxic haze on Friday and some schools were ordered closed as the air quality index (AQI) plummeted to the "severe" category.New Delhi again topped a real-time list of the world's most polluted cities compiled by Swiss group IQAir, which put the Indian capital's AQI at 640 in the "hazardous" category on Friday, followed by 335 in the Pakistani city of Lahore.Regional officials said a seasonal combination of lower temperatures, a lack of wind and crop stubble burning in neighbouring farm states had caused a spike in air pollutants.Many of New Delhi's 20 million residents complained of irritation in the eyes and itchy throats with the air turning a dense grey as the AQI hovered around 480 in some monitoring stations.An AQI of 0-50 is considered good while anything between 400-500 affects healthy people and is a danger to those with existing diseases."In my last 24 hours duty, I saw babies coughing, children coming with distress and rapid breathing," Aheed Khan, a Delhi-based doctor, said on social media platform X.There were fewer people in the city's parks such as Lodhi Garden and India Gate, popular with joggers.Residents snapped up air purifiers. One service centre for the appliances said there was a shortage of new filters and fresh stocks were expected on Monday.

Officials said they saw no immediate improvement in the air quality.

"This pollution level is here to stay for the next two to three weeks, aggravated by incidents of stubble burning, slow wind speed and cooling temperatures," said Ashwani Kumar, chairman of the Delhi Pollution Control Committee.

Farmers in the northern states of Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh typically burn crop waste after harvesting in October to clear their fields before sowing winter crops a few weeks later.

This year, attention on the worsening air quality has cast a shadow over the cricket World Cup hosted by India, with financial capital Mumbai also suffering from a spike in pollution levels.

Delhi hosts a World Cup match on Monday between Bangladesh and Sri Lanka.

A concentration of toxic PM2.5 particles, which are less than 2.5 microns in diameter and can cause deadly illness, was 53.4 times the World Health Organization's annual air quality guideline value in New Delhi on Friday, according to IQAir.

While junior schools in the capital were ordered shut for Friday and Saturday, they were open in the suburbs and children boarding school buses were forced to wear masks that had been put away since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Poor air quality also caused respiratory problems, irritation in the eyes and restlessness in pet animals.

"Breathing trouble can develop into pneumonia or other ailments in younger animals. If possible, avoid taking pets out on morning walks for a few days till the air improves," said Prabhat Gangwar, a veterinarian at animal welfare NGO Friendicoes.

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Delhi's air quality improves, as the Supreme Court orders anti-pollution limits today.

Residents of Delhi awoke to marginally improved air quality on Monday morning, with the national capital recording an overall air quality index (AQI) of 279, in the “poor” category, compared to Sunday’s “very poor” AQI of 318. According to the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), a layer of haze hung over the city, slightly distorting shadows and reducing vision. Meanwhile, on Monday, the…

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[ad_1] GG News Bureau New Delhi, 25th Nov. The air quality in Delhi showed improvement on Monday, transitioning from the ‘very poor’ to the ‘poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). At 9 a.m., the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 281, a drop from 318 at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Despite the overall improvement, 15 out of Delhi’s 39 monitoring stations reported ‘very poor’ air quality, with Shadipur registering the highest AQI at 353. The CPCB classifies AQI levels as follows: 0-50 as ‘good’, 51-100 as ‘satisfactory’, 101-200 as ‘moderate’, 201-300 as ‘poor’, 301-400 as ‘very poor’, and 401-500 as ‘severe’. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported the city’s minimum temperature at 14°C, which is 2.7°C above normal. The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 28°C. The IMD also forecast moderate fog during morning and night hours. The humidity level at 8:30 a.m. was recorded at 85%, contributing to the lingering air quality concerns despite the overall decline in pollution levels. The post Delhi’s Air Quality Improves to ‘Poor’; Shadipur Records Worst AQI appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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[ad_1] GG News Bureau New Delhi, 25th Nov. The air quality in Delhi showed improvement on Monday, transitioning from the ‘very poor’ to the ‘poor’ category, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). At 9 a.m., the city’s Air Quality Index (AQI) was recorded at 281, a drop from 318 at 4 p.m. on Sunday. Despite the overall improvement, 15 out of Delhi’s 39 monitoring stations reported ‘very poor’ air quality, with Shadipur registering the highest AQI at 353. The CPCB classifies AQI levels as follows: 0-50 as ‘good’, 51-100 as ‘satisfactory’, 101-200 as ‘moderate’, 201-300 as ‘poor’, 301-400 as ‘very poor’, and 401-500 as ‘severe’. Meanwhile, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) reported the city’s minimum temperature at 14°C, which is 2.7°C above normal. The maximum temperature is expected to hover around 28°C. The IMD also forecast moderate fog during morning and night hours. The humidity level at 8:30 a.m. was recorded at 85%, contributing to the lingering air quality concerns despite the overall decline in pollution levels. The post Delhi’s Air Quality Improves to ‘Poor’; Shadipur Records Worst AQI appeared first on Global Governance News- Asia's First Bilingual News portal for Global News and Updates. [ad_2] Source link

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Aizawl, Gangtok, Shillong breathe cleanest air in India. Check top 9 cities

As major cities in North India, including Delhi and Lucknow, continued to choke due to worsening air pollution levels, Aizawl, Gangtok and Shillong breathed the country’s cleanest air as their Air Quality Index was the lowest, according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board. The AQI in Aizawl today stood at 26, under the “good” category, offering residents a healthy environment.…

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Seriously critical pollution crisis for Delhi: AQI reaches deadly levels

Seriously critical pollution crisis for Delhi: AQI reaches deadly levels Delhi is witnessing the worst ever pollution crisis. The national capital has been witnessing its Air Quality Index touching alarming levels. Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) said on Monday that it has breached 487. Adding to this, many areas, including Dwarka and Najafgarh, reported an AQI of 500 and overturned the…

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Thick Smog Blankets Delhi-NCR, Air Quality Hits Severe, Flight Ops Hit

A dense layer of smog enveloped Delhi and surrounding regions of Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram and Faridabad on Wednesday morning, leading to flight diversions.

Due to adverse weather conditions, 10 flights were diverted, including six to Jaipur and one to Lucknow, since 7 am. Zero-metre visibility was recorded at the Indira Gandhi International Airport at 8.30 am with the Runway Visual Range varying between 125 and 500 metres at different locations, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said.

Delhi International Airport Limited said in a post on social media platform X.\, "While landing and takeoffs continue at Delhi Airport, flights that are not CAT III compliant may get affected," the authority said. CAT III is a navigation system that enables aircraft to land even when visibility is low.

Delhi's air quality index was in the 'Severe' category breaching the 400 mark, while that of Gurugram, Noida and Ghaziabad was in the 'Poor' category. Faridabad's AQI, at 188, was 'Moderate'.

Visibility was poor as the AQI entered the 'Severe' category after remaining in the 'Very Poor' category for two weeks in Delhi. Two monitoring stations, including Anand Vihar and Aya Nagar, reported the air quality in the "severe" category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board.

"Very dense" fog began forming at around 5.30 am, while the weather department has forecast shallow fog for the day, with the maximum temperature expected to settle at 32 degrees Celsius.

The second stage of Graded Response Action Plan remains in force in the national capital, which entails mechanical sweeping and water sprinkling on identified roads, and implementation of dust control measures at construction and demolition sites.

Air quality remained a concern all over the Indo-Gangetic Plains, with three Bihar cities, two Haryana cities and Chandigarh featuring among the top 10 polluted places in the country on Wednesday.

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Delhi Air Pollution: Visibility Worsens As AQI Stays Very Poor, Severe In Parts Of Capital

Delhi residents woke up to another day of dense smog, marking the eighth consecutive day of ‘very poor’ air quality following Diwali celebrations. The Central Pollution Control Board recorded an AQI of 383 at 8 am on Friday. Visibility was severely reduced in several areas, with the air quality reaching “severe” levels. These hazardous conditions pose significant health risks, especially for…

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Letter.

Letter Published in The National UAE on 1Nov 24 Delhi's toxic air on Diwali

With reference to Taniya Dutta's report Delhi air: Toxic smog greets residents of India's capital day before Diwali (October 30): It's a grim reality facing residents of Delhi and some states in North India as toxic smog blankets several areas during Diwali. The increasing pollution levels, exacerbated by fireworks and farm smoke, present a troubling scenario.

Despite experts’ warnings and repeated advice by the Pollution Control Board, concrete solutions remain elusive. It is crucial for authorities to take decisive action to address this persistent issue and restore Delhi's air quality. Will the government prioritise public health and environmental safety to ensure that Delhi can truly be the capital it aspires to be? Now is the time to act.

K Ragavan, Bengaluru, India

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Delhi enveloped in toxic haze, AQI in severe zone in some areas

A layer of thick smog engulfs the city, Kartavya Path in New Delhi on Monday. November 4, 2024. | Photo Credit: SHIV KUMAR PUSHPAKAR Delhiites continued to breathe toxic air on Tuesday (November 5, 2024) as the air quality edged closer to the severe zone in some areas. The Air Quality Index (AQI) stood at 384 at 9 a.m., according to data from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB). The…

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Yamuna’s Perennial Toxic Saga: A Critical Issue For Delhi

Yamuna's plight raises questions about accountability and the effectiveness of governmental commitments to environmental supervision

As the festive season approaches, the Yamuna river remains a focal point in the national capital, marred by extreme pollution despite repeated electoral promises. The Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), led by former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, has continually vowed to clean this river. Yet, just weeks before the annual Chhath Puja, toxic foam covers its surface, highlighting the grim reality of the situation.

Notably, soon after coming to power in 2015, Kejriwal had promised to clean the river and said, “We will revive Yamuna within five years.”

Then again in 2021, Kejriwal reiterated the promise to rejuvenate the Yamuna and said that he will take a dip in the river in February 2025. Then in 2020, Delhi’s then water minister Satyendra Jain claimed that the Delhi government was committed to revive the river within next three-four years. In November 2021, Kejriwal announced a six-point action plan to change the face of Yamuna. Even AAP’s Rajya Sabha Member of Parliament Swati Maliwal attacked the Delhi government and accused them of “making false promises of cleaning the river”.

Earlier this year, the Delhi government’s pollution control body planned to penalise chief engineers of sewage treatment plants that do not treat wastewater to prescribed standards, a major cause of pollution in the Yamuna. The national capital missed the December 2023 deadline to treat all sewage generated to the prescribed standards. The Delhi Jal Board (DJB) received a six-month extension but failed to meet the goal, according to monthly progress reports on Yamuna’s rejuvenation sent to the Jal Shakti ministry.

Meanwhile, Bhartiya Janata Party Delhi unit president Virendra Sachdeva took a dip in the Yamuna river earlier this week in Delhi to highlight the pollution. The Delhi BJP chief had invited people to Chhath Ghat to show the plight of Yamuna.

Sachdeva said that he took a dip to “atone for the sins of Kejriwal”. He further said: “The central government gave Rs 8,500 crore to the Delhi government in seven years for cleaning the Yamuna, but the money was embezzled by the AAP government. The BJP leader later reported breathing issues and skin irritation days after he took a dip in the heavily polluted toxic water of the Yamuna River. After experiencing health issues, the Delhi BJP chief slammed Kejriwal over his ‘failure’ to fulfill his promise of cleaning Yamuna by 2025.”

The spike in pollution levels in the Yamuna has mirrored the various political promises made over the years.

According to water quality data from 2021, the biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) level of the Yamuna rose dramatically from 11.0 mg at Pala (where it enters Delhi) to a whopping 127.0 mg at Asgarpur (where it exits). Recent data from 2024 suggests a similar trend, with BOD levels starting at 2.5 mg and spiking to an alarming 80.0 mg at Asgarpur.

Yamuna’s plight continues to be a critical issue in Delhi, raising pressing questions about accountability and the effectiveness of governmental commitments to environmental supervision.

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UP Pollution Official On Toxic Air Choking Noida

New Delhi: Toxic air in Uttar Pradesh’s Greater Noida, Noida, and Ghaziabad is the result of Pakistan burning stubble, or agricultural waste, a state pollution board official declared this week. DK Gupta, a Regional Officer with the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board in Greater Noida, blamed the neighbouring country – which is over 500 km from Noida, Greater Noida, and Ghaziabad, at its…

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After a brief respite, Delhi's air quality returns to severe', with an average AQI of 427

On Saturday morning, Delhi’s air quality returned to the ‘ severe’ category after briefly improving earlier. At 11 a.m., the average air quality index (AQI) in the national capital was 427. The day before, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) announced in its 4 p.m. advisory that the air quality was ‘ very poor’ at 397. However, the air quality continued to deteriorate, and by 6 a.m. on…