Workshop on Environmental Compliance Organized at UCCI

Udaipur: “The Constitution of India, along with other fundamental rights, also guarantees citizens the right to a clean environment. However, due to unavoidable reasons, residents of some areas are compelled to face polluted air, water, or degraded environmental conditions. The present government is paying special attention to strict enforcement of environmental regulations to ensure a clean environment for citizens,” said Shri J.S. Kamyotra while addressing a workshop at UCCI.

With the objective of ensuring compliance with government orders in South Rajasthan and creating awareness among industries and the general public about Environmental Compliance, a training program on the theme “Environmental Compliance for Industrial Development” was organized at the Pyrotech Tempsons Auditorium, Udaipur Chamber of Commerce & Industry (UCCI). The program was jointly conducted by the Udaipur Industrial Waste Management and Research Centre (UIWM&RC) and UCCI.

The training was conducted by eminent experts from New Delhi—Shri J.S. Kamyotra, former Member Secretary, Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), New Delhi, and Shri V.P. Yadav, former Director and Head of Department, CPCB, New Delhi.

At the outset, UCCI President Shri Manish Galundia welcomed the subject experts and participants, stating that the training program focused on environmental, social, and governance compliance, with the aim of preparing industries for sustainable business practices and global compliance standards.
Patron Shri B.H. Bapna also shared his views on the occasion.

Addressing the participants, Shri Komal Kothari, Executive Chairman, UIWM&RC Trust, said that the program would be highly beneficial for industries committed to responsible growth, environmental protection, and transparency.
Shri C.S.R. Mehta, Member Secretary, UIWM&RC Trust, presented a brief introduction of the subject experts.

In the first technical session, Shri J.S. Kamyotra delivered a presentation on “Strategic Environmental Compliance – Regulations, Monitoring and EPR”, explaining compliance procedures through a PowerPoint presentation. He elaborated on environmental compliance in India, the role of Central and State Pollution Control Boards, amendments in the Water and Air Acts, penalty-based compliance mechanisms, and environmental compliance requirements for industries.

In the second session, participants were informed about environmental clearances, CTE and CTO compliances, changes in timelines due to amendments in laws, monitoring and compliance reporting systems, digital platforms for environmental clearance and permissions, common compliance-related mistakes, and corrective measures.

In another session, Shri V.P. Yadav provided insights into ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) through case studies and best practices. He also discussed key challenges related to battery waste, e-waste, and plastic waste management.

Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Girwa) Shri A. Sai Krishna also addressed the gathering, emphasizing that protecting Udaipur’s environment is not only a matter of legal compliance but also a collective moral responsibility.

More than 50 participants from various industries attended the program. During the workshop, subject experts addressed participants’ queries and concerns. Certificates were also distributed to the participants.

At the conclusion of the program, Shri C.S.R. Mehta, Member Secretary, UIWM&RC Trust, expressed his vote of thanks to all speakers and participants.