Bihar government’s strict action on brick kilns, irregular kilns will be locked

Patna. In view of the irregularities in the brick kilns operating in Bihar, the government has adopted a strict stance. It came to light in the review meeting that many brick kilns in the state are running without valid permission and are not even paying taxes on time. In view of these irregularities, the government has identified such kilns and directed to close them.

Cases of irregularities alerted the government

in the state hundreds of brick kilns There are those which are operating without valid permission and tax payment. There was a serious discussion regarding this issue in the government review meeting. It was made clear in the meeting that illegally operating brick kilns are harmful for both the environment and revenue.

Major points discussed in the review meeting

Chairmanship of the recently held review meeting Director of Mines and Geology Department Did it. The following points were discussed in detail in this meeting:

1. auction related disputes
2. outstanding amount on kilns
3. Pollution Control Board Issued by CTE (Consent to Establish) And CTO (Consent to Operate)
4. Revenue collection targets

In the meeting, officials were instructed to regularly inspect brick kilns, ensure recovery of dues and set clear targets for revenue collection.

Action will be taken against irregular kilns

The government has clearly instructed that the brick kilns which have CTE (Consent to Establish) And CTO (Consent to Operate) Do not have valid permission, they should be marked and closed immediately. Along with this, the officers have also been asked to submit reports of this action to the government every month.

currently in the state More than 6,500 brick kilns Are being operated. of these hundreds of kilns But there are allegations of working irregularly.

Due to the strictness of Bihar government

1. environmental hazards – Illegal brick kilns promote pollution, which causes serious damage to the environment.
2. loss of revenue – Due to not paying taxes on time, the government suffers huge loss of revenue.
3. Supreme Court and NGT rules – There are strict guidelines of the Supreme Court and National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding environmental protection, which are mandatory to follow.

Government’s future plans

• strict monitoring – Regular inspection campaign will be conducted in all the districts.
• digital recording – Digital records of brick kilns will be prepared and monitored.
• public awareness campaign – Brick-kiln owners will be made aware to take valid permission and follow the rules.