The Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021
The Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021 establishes a commission to manage air quality in Delhi and neighboring areas.
Summary
The Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021 was enacted to address the issue of air pollution in the National Capital Region and adjoining areas. The act establishes a commission that is responsible for monitoring and regulating air quality in the region. The commission has the power to issue directions to concerned authorities to take measures for the prevention, control, and abatement of air pollution. It can also take legal action against any person or entity violating the provisions of the act. The act also provides for penalties and punishment for non-compliance with the commission's directions.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title, Application And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Definitions | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Constitution Of Commission | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Appointment Of Chairperson, Members And Member-Secretary | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Resignation And Removal Of Chairperson And Members | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Term Of Office Of Chairperson And Members | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Member To Act As Chairperson Or To Discharge His Functions In Certain Circumstances | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Terms And Conditions Of Service Of Chairperson And Members | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Vacancies, Etc, Not To Invalidate Proceedings Of Commission | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: Procedure To Be Regulated By Commission | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Sub-Committees And Other Staff Of Commission | Open |
| 12 | Section 12: Powers And Functions Of Commission | Open |
| 13 | Section 13: Annual Report | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: Penalty For Contravention Of Provisions Of Act, Rules, Order Or Direction | Open |
| 15 | Section 15: Environmental Compensation | Open |