In exercise of the powers conferred by subsection 3 of section 3 of the Environment Protection

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to Environment Protection Act Notification **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to a notification under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The amendment, published on June 9, 2021, modifies the composition of a committee or body established within the existing framework by substituting specific members. The report highlights the specific changes in membership and infers the potential impact on the committee's operations. The core purpose of this amendment is to update the membership details of this specified body. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an overview and analysis of an amendment to the notification of the Government of India in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, published in the Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, Section 3, Subsection ii, vide number S.O. 2025 E, dated 24th June, 2020. The analysis is based solely on the provided text of the amendment, focusing on its key provisions and potential implications. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy Being Amended:** The amendment modifies notification number S.O. 2025 E, dated 24th June, 2020, which itself was a notification published under the Environment Protection Act, 1986. The original notification number S.O. 1533E, dated the 14th September, 2006 is also referenced. * **Core Objective(s) (Inferred):** The objective of the original policy is not explicitly stated in the amendment text. However, given the context of the Environment Protection Act, it likely pertains to environmental protection and regulation. The amendment suggests the existence of a committee or body whose composition is being updated, implying this body plays a role in furthering the aims of the original policy. **4. Background and Rationale:** The amendment likely stems from changes in personnel or the need to update the membership of the committee/body referenced in the original notification. The provided text indicates that individuals previously designated as members are being replaced. The rationale for these specific substitutions cannot be definitively determined from the limited text, but could be due to resignation, reassignment, or term expiration of the previous members. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section focuses specifically on the changes introduced by the amendment: * **Specific Part of Original Policy Being Changed:** Paragraph 5 of the original notification (S.O. 2025 E) is being amended. Specifically, the entries against serial numbers 2 and 8 are being substituted. * **New Rule/Provision:** The amendment replaces the existing entries for members listed under serial numbers 2 and 8 in paragraph 5 of the original notification with the following individuals and their contact information: * **2.** Shri Nagendra Nath Deka Member; House No. 2, Suravi Path, Dr Zakirhussein Road, Sarumatoria, Guwahati781036 * **8.** Dr. Karobi Bhuyan Saikia Member. H. No 7, Nera Midland Nursing Home Bye Lane No. 5, RG Baruah Road, PODispur, Guwahati781005 * **Difference/Effect of the Change:** The previous members holding positions corresponding to serial numbers 2 and 8 are no longer part of the committee/body. Shri Nagendra Nath Deka and Dr. Karobi Bhuyan Saikia are now the designated members. This changes the composition of the relevant body and potentially impacts its decision-making processes, based on the expertise and perspectives each member brings. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The immediate target audience includes the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, the committee/body whose membership is being updated, and the new members themselves. Broader stakeholders likely include industries and organizations regulated under the Environment Protection Act, as the composition of the committee could indirectly influence environmental regulations and enforcement. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change is responsible for implementing the amendment. The committee or body, as specified in the original notification S.O. 2025 E, is also directly involved in implementing the changes. * **Timelines/Procedures:** No specific timelines or procedures are outlined in the amendment text itself. However, it can be inferred that the change in membership is effective from the date of the notification (June 9, 2021). * **Specific Implementation of Changes:** The primary action required is updating the records and operational procedures of the relevant committee/body to reflect the new membership. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of these changes is a functioning committee/body with updated membership. The impact of the changes depends on the roles and responsibilities of the committee, and the expertise and perspectives of the new members. Potential impacts include changes in the committee's focus, priorities, and decision-making processes. However, the limited information makes it impossible to assess the significance of the changes in membership. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment to the notification under the Environment Protection Act updates the membership of a committee or body associated with environmental regulation. The change involves substituting members listed against serial numbers 2 and 8. While the specific reasons for the substitution and the precise impact on the committee's operations remain unclear based solely on the provided text, the amendment ensures the continued functioning of this body with updated personnel. The significance of this amendment rests on the role and responsibilities assigned to the aforementioned body.

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