Ensuring Safety & Compliance: A Comprehensive Guide to Gujarat OSHWC Rules, 2025 In a major step toward improving worker safety and labor conditions, the Government of Gujarat has notified the Gujarat Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSHWC) Rules, 2025. These rules align with the national OSHWC Code, 2020, and consolidate several prior laws. From…
GMDC Simplifies Registration Process for Mineral Rights Under EoDB Framework Introduction In line with the Ease of Doing Business (EoDB) BRAP+ reforms, the Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (GMDC) has announced a simplified process for the registration and verification of mineral rights. This follows the implementation of the Mineral Ownership and Rights Act, 1974, as…
GPCB Enforces Updated Industrial Siting Criteria to Protect Environment and Public Health Introduction The Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has reaffirmed and implemented updated siting criteria for industries through an official circular dated 5 June 2025. These siting norms—referenced under GPPB/Proposed Siting Norms–2021—serve as the foundation for regulating the placement of industrial units across Gujarat.…
GPCB Exempts White Category Industries from Consent Requirements Introduction In a major move to streamline compliance for low-risk industries, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has officially exempted White Category Industries from the requirement of obtaining Consent to Establish (CTE) and Consent to Operate (CTO). This exemption aligns with CPCB’s harmonized classification system and promotes…
Gujarat Pollution Control Board Enables Auto-Renewal for CCA Applications Introduction To further enhance Ease of Doing Business in Gujarat, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has introduced an auto-renewal facility for Consolidated Consent and Authorization (CCA). This decision, formalized in the circular issued on June 5, 2025, applies to eligible industries operating under valid CCAs…
Gujarat Notifies Occupational Health and Safety Audit Rules, 2025 Introduction In a major step toward strengthening workplace safety and legal compliance, the Government of Gujarat has notified the Gujarat Factories (Occupational Health and Safety Audit) Rules, 2025. Effective from March 1, 2025, these rules introduce mandatory periodic internal and external audits based on factory category.…
Gujarat Factories Occupational Health & Safety Audit Rules, 2025: Key Provisions & Compliance The Government of Gujarat has introduced the Gujarat Factories (Occupational Health and Safety Audit) Rules, 2025, under the Factories Act, 1948. These rules mandate systematic safety audits for factories, particularly those handling hazardous processes, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety standards.…
Ensuring Compliance with NGT Order: Key Documents Required for Issuing CTE/CTO Introduction Following the recent directives from the National Green Tribunal (NGT), the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) now mandates that industries handling hazardous chemicals submit NGT compliance safety documents. These essential documents are required when issuing or renewing the Consent to Establish (CTE) and…
Environmental Guidelines in Gujarat: Siting Criteria In celebration of World Environment Day 2022, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has outlined several significant environmental guidelines and decisions, including the industrial siting criteria in Gujarat, to enhance sustainable practices across the state. Moreover, these new criteria aim to reduce the environmental impact of industrial activities. Additionally,…
Plastic Waste Management : Offline Manifest Tracking System Introduction In a significant move towards sustainable waste management, the Gujarat Pollution Control Board (GPCB) has introduced the Offline Manifest Tracking System for plastic waste. This initiative aligns with the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016, and aims to streamline the responsibilities of producers, importers, and brand owners…