Srinagar, Aug 30: A high-level delegation from the PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry Kashmir, led by its Co-Chair, Javaid Anim, and accompanied by Bilal Kawoosa, Himayu Wani, Er. Syed Pervaiz Qalander, and Deputy Director Iqbal Fayaz Jan, recently engaged in a comprehensive discussion with Vasu Yadav (IFS), Chairman of the J&K Pollution Control Committee on environmental clearances issues.
The engagement was aimed at addressing the challenges faced by industries while obtaining pollution clearances and renewals.
During the dialogue, the PHD Chamber delegation outlined various hurdles industries encounter during the process of acquiring pollution clearances. They emphasized the need to simplify and streamline this crucial procedure to ensure the smooth functioning of businesses.
The PHD Chamber of Commerce & Industry commended Chairman Mr Yadav for instituting annual awareness workshops to provide stakeholders with insights into the online services furnished by the Pollution Control Committee for establishing industries, PHDCCI said in a statement to Ziraat Times.
“This proactive approach is anticipated to foster awareness and comprehension of the available resources and services” it said.
As a follow up, the PHD Chamber has been requested to compile an exhaustive list of industries or activities that warrant inclusion in the “White” category. This collaborative endeavor underscores the commitment of both the PHD Chamber and the Chairman’s office towards practical solutions tailored to industry requirements, the PHD Chamber further said.
The Chamber expressed contentment with Chairman Yadav’s commitment to comprehensive reforms aimed at addressing industry challenges. As part of this initiative, a decision was reached to rationalize the timelines for each service offered by the Pollution Control Committee. Meeting these timelines will result in automatic approval of services, eliminating unwarranted delays and enhancing business efficiency.
“During the meeting, Chairman Yadav attentively heard the concerns articulated by the PHD Chamber delegation. Providing assurance of swift action, he also shared his contact details with the PHD Chamber, encouraging direct communication to tackle any impediments. This cooperative approach underscores the Chairman’s dedication to facilitating business operations and reducing bureaucratic barriers”, the statement added.
The PHD Chamber delegation concluded the meeting with optimism, confident that Chairman Yadav’s commitment and assurance will translate into tangible enhancements in the process of acquiring pollution clearances and renewals, thereby improving the overall experience for industries.
