Centre issues draft notification proposing Ecologically Sensitive Area status in multiple…
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What happened
The Centre issued draft notification SO 4106(E), proposing 56,825.7 square kilometres across six states as an Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. The draft covers Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu. The proposed ESA status introduces statutory bans on new mining, quarrying, thermal power expansion, red category heavily polluting industries, and commercial construction exceeding 20,000 square metres.
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Why it matters
The designation of these areas as ESA introduces significant new regulatory hurdles for industry and development projects in the region. The process is currently under review, with the Centre reportedly considering a replacement due to tenure issues in some states. The status of the proposal remains subject to ongoing debate between conservation goals and development interests.
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Who's involved
- KeralaIndian state affected by the proposed ESA designation.
- Tamil NaduState of India affected by the proposed ESA designation.
- GujaratState of India affected by the proposed ESA designation.
- MaharashtraState affected by the proposed ESA designation.
- KarnatakaIndian state affected by the proposed ESA designation.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- The Centre is considering a replacement due to tenure and appointing a new Governor for Tamil Nadu.Sub-event
- An Environmental Science Advisory (ESA) draft has been released proposing large-scale designations in Maharashtra, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat, and Karnataka.Sub-event
- A company is expanding its geographical footprint into multiple states across India, including Karnataka, Kerala, and Maharashtra.Sub-event
- Centre initiatives are causing price changes in Maharashtra that are subsequently affecting industry in Gujarat.Sub-event
- Fiscal challenges are emerging as Tamil Nadu's position deteriorates while Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Gujarat consolidate their economies.Sub-event
- Draft notification proposes ESA demarcation involving the Centre and Kerala entities.Sub-event
- A scheme assessment reveals a wide gender gap in Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu.Sub-event
- Advocacy for eco-friendly idol shift due to pollution impacts on global sites, requiring state-level guidelines and action.Sub-event
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New ESA draft covers five states including Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.1 source
- In the latest assessment of SEZ performance, Gujarat led in exports, followed by Karnataka, while Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra also ranked among the top exporters.Sub-event
- ESA proposal details released covering specific square kilometers across several Indian states.Sub-event
- Expert committee reviews proposals for Exclusive Economic Zone (ESA) demarcation involving Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Gujarat.Sub-event
Kerala objected to the ESA proposal due to livelihood concerns.1 source
- Filming for the project 'Tumbbad 2' is planned across various locations in Maharashtra.Sub-event
- Administrative differences exist across states, with different property record names being used in Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.Sub-event
- The process of questioning the entire Environmental Science Advisory (ESA) declaration regarding the Western Ghats is underway, involving central government bodies and states like Karnataka and Kerala.Sub-event
Centre prepares ESA notification across six different Indian states.1 source
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The entities involved
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Kerala
Indian state
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Tamil Nadu
state of India
- The Salem City Municipal Corporation is managing the local body's water supply infrastructure and has been contracted for a 25-year revamp.
- The government of Tamil Nadu is facing operational challenges in its core utility sector, including outsourcing essential functions to private agencies and failing to fill over 8,000 vacant meter reader posts.
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Goa
municipality of the Philippines in the province of Camarines Sur
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Gujarat
state of India
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Coverage
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