The Assam Pollution Control Board (APCB) has made it easier for industries to get permission to start their projects. This permission is called Consent to Establish (CTE). Before, industries had to do a lot of paperwork to extend the time if their project was not ready. Now, the CTE is valid for five years for all industries in red, orange, and green categories.

If industries need more time to build and start their project, they can get an automatic extension without too much hassle. This new system saves time, reduces extra work, and makes it easier to do business in Assam. At the same time, it ensures that industries follow the rules to protect the environment.

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Key Highlights of Assam New CTE Auto Renewal Process

The new notification of the Assam pollution control board on CTE supersedes earlier orders and introduces a transparent and simplified method for auto renewal. The main features are explained in detail below:

1. Standard Validity of Five Years

All industries in red, orange, and green categories will now receive CTEs with a validity of five years. This fixed period ensures that industries have enough time to complete construction and commission operations.

2. Conditions for Auto Renewal

Industries that cannot complete their projects within the given validity can apply for auto-renewal. The process requires submission of the following documents to the issuing authority:

• A requisition letter requesting an extension.
• Copy of the valid CTE order and Environmental Clearance (EC) order, if applicable.
• Progress report of construction and installation of pollution control systems, with photographs.
• Reasons for requiring an extension and the estimated time needed.
• Longitude and latitude of the project site.

3. No Mandatory Site Inspection

To reduce delays and speed up the process, site inspection is not required for granting an extension. This makes the system more industry-friendly.

4. Restrictions on Non-Started Projects

Auto extension will not be granted to projects where no construction activity has begun during the initial validity. Structures like a compound wall or a security room will not count as construction progress.

5. Maximum Extension Period

CTE validity may be extended for a maximum of five years at a time. For projects under the EIA Notification, extension is limited to the validity of the Environmental Clearance order.

6. Strict Enforcement

The APCB has directed that the system of auto renewal must be strictly followed by all authorities. Any deviation will invite serious action against the concerned officer.

Benefits of Auto-Renewal of CTE in Assam

The new process of auto renewal of Consent to Establish in Assam offers multiple benefits for industries and regulators alike:

• Reduced Compliance Burden: Industries no longer need to go through repeated manual processes for renewal.
• Ease of Doing Business: Faster approvals help industries save time and focus on setting up operations.
• Transparency: Clear conditions for renewal reduce the possibility of delays and confusion.
• Encouragement for Investment: Simplified procedures make Assam a more attractive destination for new industries.
• Regulatory Efficiency: APCB can focus more on monitoring compliance rather than paperwork.
• Support for Environmental Protection: Requirement of progress reports and pollution control measures ensures that environmental safety is not compromised.

Implementation and Compliance in Assam

The Assam Pollution Control Board has designed this system for efficient implementation across all red, orange, and green category industries. To ensure compliance, the following measures are in place:

• Industries must apply for extension before the expiry of the CTE validity.
• Submissions must include all necessary documents, particularly evidence of construction and pollution control systems.
• Authorities must process applications without demanding site inspections, unless major discrepancies arise.
• If a project needs Environmental Clearance (EC), the CTE extension cannot be longer than the EC's valid period.
• Officers must follow all the rules correctly, or they will face action for not doing their duty.

This system is made to help industries grow while keeping the environment safe and clean at the same time.

Conclusion

The auto-renewal of Consent to Establish (CTE) in Assam is a big step to make rules easier for industries. Now, all industries get a five-year validity for CTE, and they can request simple extensions if construction is not finished. This helps industries plan and build projects without wasting time on complicated procedures.

At the same time, industries must share the progress reports and show that pollution control systems for water and air are in place. This ensures that growth happens safely and cleanly. The Assam Pollution Control Board's decision supports both business growth and environmental protection. By simplifying the process, Assam becomes a more attractive destination for industries to invest and grow responsibly.