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Government Authorities and Their Roles

Environmental management in India involves various levels of government authorities responsible for water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control. This chapter outlines the roles of central, state, and local bodies, highlighting their specific mandates and collaborative efforts. National missions further strengthen the framework for ensuring effective environmental governance and resource management.

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Sections

  • 1

    Introduction

    This section introduces the roles of government authorities in environmental management in India.

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  • 2

    Water Supply

    This section outlines the roles of various government bodies in India in managing water supply.

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  • 2.1

    National-Level Bodies

    The section outlines the main national-level bodies in India responsible for environmental management, focusing on their roles in water supply, sewerage disposal, and solid waste management.

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  • 2.1.1

    Ministry Of Jal Shakti

    The Ministry of Jal Shakti oversees water resource management and sanitation programs in India, collaborating with various government bodies at different levels to ensure effective water supply and sanitation.

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  • 2.1.2

    Department Of Drinking Water & Sanitation (Ddws)

    The Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS) plays a vital role in managing rural water supply and sanitation in India.

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  • 2.2

    State-Level Authorities

    State-level authorities in environmental management oversee various aspects of water supply, sewage disposal, and solid waste management, ensuring effective implementation of policies.

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  • 2.2.1

    State Governments

    This section elaborates on the roles and responsibilities of state governments in India's environmental management, particularly in water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 2.2.2

    Public Health Engineering Departments (Phed)

    Public Health Engineering Departments (PHED) are key state-level agencies responsible for planning and executing water supply and sanitation initiatives in India.

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  • 2.2.3

    State Water Supply And Sanitation Boards

    State Water Supply and Sanitation Boards are specialized agencies tasked with managing water supply and sanitation infrastructure within their respective states in India.

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  • 2.3

    Local-Level Bodies

    Local-level bodies in India play a crucial role in environmental management, focusing on water supply, sewerage disposal, and solid waste management.

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  • 2.3.1

    Urban Local Bodies (Ulbs) And Panchayati Raj Institutions (Pris)

    This section discusses the roles and responsibilities of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs) in managing local governance and environmental issues.

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  • 2.3.2

    Parastatal Agencies

    Parastatal agencies play a crucial role in managing water supply in various states in India, ensuring effective service delivery in both urban and rural areas.

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  • 3

    Sewerage Disposal

    This section discusses the roles and responsibilities of various governmental bodies involved in sewerage disposal in India.

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  • 3.1

    Central Authority

    This section outlines the central, state, and local government authorities responsible for environmental management in India.

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  • 3.1.1

    Ministry Of Housing And Urban Affairs (Mohua)

    The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) plays a crucial role in facilitating urban sanitation policy and coordinating urban development programs in India.

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  • 3.2

    State And Local Bodies

    This section outlines the roles and responsibilities of state and local government bodies in environmental management in India.

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  • 3.2.1

    State Governments

    State governments in India are responsible for planning, implementing, and managing various environmental management functions related to water supply, sewerage disposal, and solid waste management.

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  • 3.2.2

    Ulbs/municipal Authorities

    This section discusses the role of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) and Municipal Authorities in managing urban water supply, sewerage systems, and solid waste management in India.

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  • 3.2.3

    State Water Supply And Drainage Boards/phed

    State Water Supply and Drainage Boards and Public Health Engineering Departments (PHED) are crucial in managing water supply and sewerage systems in India.

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  • 4

    Solid Waste Management

    This section discusses the roles of various government authorities in managing solid waste in India.

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  • 4.1

    Central Government

    This section outlines the role of various government authorities in environmental management in India, detailing their responsibilities across water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 4.1.1

    Ministry Of Environment, Forest And Climate Change (Moefcc)

    The MoEFCC plays a crucial role in managing environmental issues in India, overseeing key regulations and standards for solid waste management, pollution control, and environmental protection.

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  • 4.1.2

    Central Pollution Control Board (Cpcb)

    The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is India's apex technical body under MoEFCC, tasked with monitoring environmental pollution and setting standards.

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  • 4.2

    State And Local Governments

    This section discusses the structure and roles of state and local governments in environmental management in India, focusing on water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 4.2.1

    Level Key Roles

    This section outlines the roles of various government authorities at the central, state, and local levels in environmental management in India, focusing on water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 4.2.1.1

    State

    This section reviews the roles of various government authorities in environmental management in India, particularly focusing on water supply, sewerage disposal, and solid waste management.

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  • 4.2.1.2

    Local (Ulbs)

    This section outlines the roles of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) in managing water supply, sanitation, solid waste management, and pollution control in urban areas.

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  • 4.3

    Special Focus

    This section outlines the roles of various governmental authorities in managing environmental aspects such as water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control in India.

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  • 4.3.1

    Municipal Authorities

    Municipal authorities in India play a critical role in environmental management by overseeing water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control at local levels.

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  • 4.3.2

    Urban Development Departments

    Urban Development Departments play a crucial role in the management of urban solid waste and sanitation in cities, ensuring compliance with regulations and enhancing urban livability.

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  • 5

    Monitoring And Control Of Environmental Pollution

    This section discusses the roles of central and state authorities in monitoring and controlling environmental pollution in India.

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  • 5.1

    Central Pollution Control Board (Cpcb)

    The CPCB is an apex body in India that establishes standards for pollution control, monitors environmental quality, and supports state pollution boards in enforcement efforts.

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  • 5.1.1

    Standards

    This section discusses the roles and responsibilities of various government authorities in environmental management in India, specifically focusing on water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 5.1.2

    Monitoring

    This section outlines the roles and responsibilities of various government authorities in monitoring and controlling environmental pollution in India.

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  • 5.1.3

    Enforcement

    This section covers the enforcement of environmental laws and regulations in India, detailing the roles of various government authorities involved in environmental management.

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  • 5.2

    State Pollution Control Boards (Spcbs)

    State Pollution Control Boards oversee the implementation and enforcement of pollution control legislation at the state level in India.

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  • 5.2.1

    Other Agencies

    This section outlines the roles of various government authorities in managing environmental services in India.

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  • 5.2.1.1

    National River Conservation Directorate (Nrcd)

    The National River Conservation Directorate (NRCD) plays a crucial role in executing river cleaning plans and ensuring compliance with environmental laws in India.

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  • 5.2.1.2

    National Green Tribunal (Ngt)

    The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a key judicial body in India established to handle environmental violations and ensure compliance with environmental laws.

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  • 6

    Summary Table: Key Authorities And Functions

    This section outlines the key governmental authorities in India responsible for various aspects of environmental management, including water supply, sewerage disposal, solid waste management, and pollution control.

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  • 7

    Key Points

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References

Environmental Engineering – Module 7_ Government A.pdf

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What we have learnt

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