Archive · 23 Sep 2025
Pawan Kalyan to Strengthen Pollution Control Board
The Deputy Chief Minister, Pawan Kalyan, wants to make sure the environment is protected.
He is concerned about keeping the air and water clean for the future.
He is also in charge of the Pollution Control Board (PCB).
He wants the PCB to be strong and effective, and he is asking for a detailed report about how it works.
He is worried about pollution, like in the Godavari basin and from past incidents like the LG Polymers tragedy.
He wants to balance industrial growth with strict pollution control.
He plans to share the report with the public and involve young people in environmental awareness.
Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan emphasized clean air and water for future generations.
Kalyan wants to balance industrial growth with pollution control.
He directed officials to prepare a comprehensive report on PCB.
Concerns include contamination in Godavari basin and past incidents.
He stressed public transparency and youth involvement.
- Who
- Pawan Kalyan, Deputy CM and Minister for Forests and Environment
- What
- Directed officials to prepare a comprehensive report on PCB's operations and infrastructure.
- When
- During a review meeting.
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- To ensure clean air and water for future generations while balancing industrial investment and pollution control.
Government
TDP MLA
PCB Powers
Government
PCB has statutory powers
TDP MLA
Allegations of improper PCB functioning.
- Who
- Pawan Kalyan, Deputy CM & Minister of Environment
- Portfolio
- Environment, Forest
- Issue
- PCB Strengthening, Pollution Control
- Action
- Directed a comprehensive PCB report
- Focus Areas
- Air and water quality, industrial pollution
- Concerns
- Contamination of Godavari basin, industrial pollution
