Air pollution: SC seeks replies from Centre on proposal to shift coal-based industries out of NCR
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Pollution (air, water, plastic)· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Supreme Court sought responses from the Union Ministries and CAQM regarding a proposal to relocate all coal-based industries out of the Delhi-NCR region to combat air pollution.
Background
The Supreme Court directed the Union Ministries of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Petroleum and Natural Gas, and Power to respond to the relocation proposal. The court also ordered the Government of NCT of Delhi to submit an action plan for implementing CAQM recommendations.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyCAQM: Commission for Air Quality Management, tasked with addressing vehicular and construction dust pollution.
- PlaceDelhi-NCR: The region targeted for the relocation of coal-based industries.
- PostUnion Ministries involved: Environment, Forest and Climate Change; Petroleum and Natural Gas; and Power.
- FactThe Supreme Court scheduled a hearing on the air quality issue for March 12th.
For Mains
Q. Examine the legal and logistical challenges in relocating coal-based industries to mitigate air pollution in the National Capital Region.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Inter-state coordination: Complexity of relocating industrial hubs across state borders in NCR
- Regulatory friction: Balancing industrial output with stringent air quality standards under CAQM guidelines
- Economic displacement: Potential impact on local employment and supply chains in coal-dependent zones
Keywords: Judicial Activism · Air Quality Management · Industrial Relocation · Inter-state Cooperation · Pollution Mitigation
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