A Comprehensive Guide to Delhi’s Environment Department

DPCC or the Delhi Pollution Control Committee is the key regulatory authority that ensures environmental quality and reducing pollution in Delhi.

DPCC was established in 1991, and it operates under the guidance of the Central Pollution Control Board. The functions of DPCC are aligned with the environmental regulations set by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate change and the Government of India.

What is DPCC?

DPCC is a regulatory and advisory body for maintaining pollution in Delhi. The regulatory body is responsible for implementing various environmental laws and regulations. Delhi is facing severe pollution issues because of rapid urbanization, industrial growth and vehicular emissions. DPCC plays a key role in monitoring and controlling the pollution levels to maintain ecological balance and protecting the public health.

What is the role of DPCC?

Implementation of Environment laws: One of the significant roles of DPCC is to ensure that the industries comply with the environmental norms. The authority monitors compliance with pollution control measures and enforces laws pertaining to waste management, water conservation, noise pollution and air and water quality.

Issuing CTE and CTO: The Delhi Pollution Control Committee grants CTE- Consent to Establish and CTO – Consent to Operate to construction projects, industries, and other establishments in Delhi. These consents ensure the businesses operate without adversely impacting the environment. It also issues the authorization for hazardous waste management, e-waste handling and bio-medical waste disposal.

Monitoring Pollution: One of the main functions of DPCC is to monitor air, water and noise pollution levels in Delhi, NCR. DPCC continuously monitors the pollution levels using the cutting-edge tools, monitoring stations and laboratories. The continuous monitoring help DPCC assess the environmental quality and take corrective actions to curb the pollution levels.

Awareness and Education: DPCC with its environmental awareness programs in the form of workshops, seminars, and training programs educate people on the importance of pollution control, waste management and eco-friendly practices.

What are the functions of DPCC?

Enforcing pollution control measures: DPCC ensures the businesses in Delhi adhere to pollution control norms and incorporate measures to reduce various pollution levels. The authority inspects industries, construction sites and businesses facilities to check if they comply with environmental norms. In case it finds businesses violating the compliance the DPCC will levy huge fines and penalties based on the severity of the violation.

Waste Management Guidelines: DPCC formulates and enforces guidelines for managing the various types of waste, including plastic waste, hazardous waste and e-waste. These guidelines help control the harmful effects of waste on the environment and human health.

Addressing public concerns: The online grievance redressal mechanism of the DPCC helps the public report pollution related issues. Prompt actions are taken by the DPCC with inspections and follow-ups to ensure that corrective actions are taken.

DPCC plays a key role in controlling pollution in Delhi and maintaining environmental health.