Nomination of member in Central Insecticides Board

## Policy Analysis Report: Amendment to the Central Insecticides Board Notification **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes an amendment to the Government of India's notification regarding the Central Insecticides Board, specifically concerning the nomination of members. The amendment, dated September 3, 2021, substitutes the entry for serial number xiv, effectively replacing one member of the Board (likely based on position) with Dr. Vishal Choudhary, Dy. Industrial Advisor, DCPC. The core purpose of this amendment appears to be to ensure the appropriate expertise and representation within the Central Insecticides Board. Key findings indicate a direct change in board membership, potentially impacting the board's deliberations and decisions related to insecticides. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide a clear and concise overview of the amendment to the notification of the Government of India regarding the Central Insecticides Board, as published in the Gazette of India on September 8, 2021. The analysis is based solely on the provided policy text. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Original Policy:** The amendment modifies the notification of the Government of India, in the erstwhile Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Community Development and Cooperation Department of Agriculture, dated the 27th February, 1971, published in the Gazette of India, Part II, Section 3, Subsection i, vide number G.S.R. 301E, dated the 1st March, 1971. * **Core Objective(s):** Based on the text, the core objective of the original policy (and maintained by this amendment) is to constitute and maintain the composition of the Central Insecticides Board, as mandated by the Insecticides Act, 1968. The objective of *this specific amendment* is to modify the membership of the board by replacing a specific member. **4. Background and Rationale:** This amendment appears to be a routine adjustment to the composition of the Central Insecticides Board, likely due to a change in personnel or a need for specific expertise. The change in membership suggests a need to update the board's composition, ensuring the presence of relevant advisors, in this case the Dy. Industrial Advisor, DCPC. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This is an amendment to the existing notification. The key change introduced by this amendment is as follows: * **Specific Part Changed:** The amendment directly alters "serial number xiv and the entries relating thereto" within the original notification. * **New Rule/Provision:** The amendment substitutes the existing entry for serial number xiv with the following: "xiv Dr. Vishal Choudhary, Dy. Industrial Advisor, DCPC, Room No. 344, A wing, Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi". * **Difference/Effect of Change:** This change effectively replaces the previous member listed under serial number xiv with Dr. Vishal Choudhary. This could bring new perspectives or expertise to the board based on Dr. Choudhary's role as the Dy. Industrial Advisor, DCPC. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The direct stakeholders are: * **Dr. Vishal Choudhary:** The newly appointed member of the Central Insecticides Board. * **Existing members of the Central Insecticides Board:** The change in membership impacts the dynamics and expertise within the board. * **Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare:** The department responsible for the notification and oversight of the Central Insecticides Board. * **Potentially, entities that were interacting with the previous member filling Serial Number XIV, if any** Indirectly, the broader industry dealing with insecticides, farmers, and consumers are affected by decisions made by the Central Insecticides Board. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, specifically the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare, is responsible for implementing this amendment. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The amendment is effective from the date of publication of the notification (September 8, 2021), with Dr. Choudhary's membership lasting for a period of three years from that date. * **Specific to the change:** Implementation involves formally recording Dr. Choudhary as a member, updating relevant records, and ensuring his participation in board activities. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The intended outcome of this amendment is to update the Central Insecticides Board's membership with an appropriate individual. The potential impact includes: * **Enhanced expertise:** Dr. Choudhary's role as Dy. Industrial Advisor, DCPC likely brings specific knowledge and perspective to the board. * **Continuity of operations:** While a change in personnel, the overall functioning of the board is expected to continue, as the amendment ensures a replacement member is appointed. **9. Conclusion:** The amendment to the Central Insecticides Board notification represents a change in board membership, specifically replacing one member with Dr. Vishal Choudhary. The amendment ensures the continued operation of the board with an updated composition, likely aiming to maintain or enhance its expertise. This change is significant for stakeholders involved in the regulation and use of insecticides, as the Central Insecticides Board plays a crucial role in this domain.

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