RMC Units and Developers Seek Extension for MPCB Compliance in Pune
Pune: Ready-mix concrete (RMC) manufacturing units and real estate developers in Pune have requested more time to comply with the new guidelines issued by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). The regulator has given existing plants one month to meet the new environmental standards.
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The pollution control board recently conducted a meeting in Pune with industry stakeholders, including developers that operate captive RMC plants manufacturing concrete on-site and commercial RMC unit operators that manufacture and transport the raw material to construction sites. Some stakeholders have requested an extension in the deadline for compliance with the new guidelines owing to operational requirements, said BM Kukade, regional officer, MPCB, Pune.
The new regulations require developers and commercial plants to erect a canopy covering most RMC units to prevent dust from spreading in the nearby areas. The norms stipulate that the factories are required to be covered from all sides using tin or similar material built in a box structure. It should cover sections such as raw material handling, silos, loading area, including conveyor belt, mixing unit, and the main plant.
During the meeting, RMC manufacturers raised issues related to procedural aspects. The representatives of RMC units said that while they were ready to comply with the norms, there is a need for better coordination between MPCB and Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC). We are willing to comply with the new guidelines. However, there are no standard operating procedures for issuing permissions for building additional structures such as a canopy. The RMC operators will face action from the municipal corporation if the canopy is built without any permission. The building construction department and solid waste management departments of the corporation should also be involved in the discussion, said Ranjit Patil of Samartha Group, which operates an RMC unit in Warje.
The stakeholders in the RMC business will request MPCB to hold a joint meeting with PMC officials to resolve these issues. Kukade said that there are around 200 commercial RMC units in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad areas. The norms require new commercial plants to be located more than 200 meters from schools, colleges, hospitals, and courts. Developers have to dismantle the captive RMC plants once the occupancy certificate is issued or 70% possession is granted. Additionally, commercial and captive plants will have to provide a bank guarantee of Rs25 lakh and Rs15 lakh for operation and maintenance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the new guidelines issued by the MPCB for RMC units?
The new guidelines require RMC units to erect a canopy covering most of the plant to prevent dust from spreading in nearby areas. The canopy must cover raw material handling, silos, loading area, conveyor belt, mixing unit, and the main plant.
Why are RMC units and developers seeking an extension for compliance?
RMC units and developers are seeking an extension due to operational requirements and the need for better coordination between the MPCB and Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) for issuing permissions to build additional structures.
What are the consequences of not complying with the new guidelines?
Non-compliance with the new guidelines can result in legal action from the municipal corporation. Additionally, commercial and captive plants will have to provide a bank guarantee for operation and maintenance.
How many commercial RMC units are there in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad areas?
There are around 200 commercial RMC units in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad areas.
What are the new location requirements for new commercial RMC plants?
New commercial RMC plants must be located more than 200 meters from schools, colleges, hospitals, and courts.
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