Date: 2015-08-06Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
The notification of the Govt., of India in the erstwhile Ministry of Environment and Forests number S.O. 1533(E), dated the 14th September, 2006 (hereinafter referred to as the said notification), the Central Government hereby constitutes the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Meghalaya.
Executive Summary:
This notification, issued by the Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change, constitutes the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) and the State Level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) for Meghalaya. It defines the composition, terms, powers, and procedures for these bodies, effective from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, August 5, 2015. The notification also specifies the support to be provided by the State Government of Meghalaya.
Key Points / Main Content:
Establishment of SEIAA and SEAC:
* The State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) and the State Level Expert Appraisal Committee (SEAC) are constituted for Meghalaya.
Composition and Tenure:
* SEIAA comprises a Chairman and Members, as specified, including Shri Toki Blah (Chairman), Professor B.K.Tiwari (Member), and the Chief Conservator of Forests (Member Secretary).
* SEAC comprises a Chairman and Members, as specified, including Shri Darlando Thanmi Khathing (Chairman) and other members from various fields.
* The Chairman and non-official members of SEIAA and the Chairman and members of SEAC hold office for a term of three years from the date of publication of the notification.
Powers and Procedures:
* SEIAA exercises powers and follows procedures as specified in the referred notification (S.O. 1533E, dated 14th September 2006).
* SEIAA bases its decisions on the recommendations of SEAC.
* SEAC exercises powers and follows procedures as specified in the said notification.
* SEAC functions on the principle of collective responsibility, aiming for consensus, with majority views prevailing if consensus is not reached.
Support and Logistics:
* The State Government of Meghalaya will notify an agency to act as the Secretariat for SEIAA and SEAC.
* The State Government of Meghalaya will provide financial and logistical support, including accommodation and transportation, for statutory functions.
* Sitting fees, traveling allowance, and dearness allowance for the Chairman and Members of SEIAA and SEAC are paid according to State Government rules.
Impact Analysis:
Central Government:
* Impact: The Central Government constitutes the SEIAA and SEAC for Meghalaya.
* Action Required: To ensure the smooth functioning of the SEIAA and SEAC by providing necessary guidance and support as needed.
State Government of Meghalaya:
* Impact: Responsible for notifying a Secretariat for SEIAA and SEAC and providing financial and logistical support.
* Action Required: Notify an agency to act as the Secretariat and provide all necessary support, including accommodation, transportation, and financial resources.
SEIAA (Meghalaya):
* Impact: Responsible for environmental impact assessments in Meghalaya, utilizing the expertise of SEAC.
* Action Required: Exercise powers and follow procedures as specified in the said notification and base decisions on SEAC recommendations.
SEAC (Meghalaya):
* Impact: Responsible for providing expert appraisal and recommendations to SEIAA.
* Action Required: Exercise powers and follow procedures as specified in the said notification, function on the principle of collective responsibility, and strive for consensus in decision-making.
Chairman and Members of SEIAA and SEAC:
* Impact: Hold specific roles in environmental assessment and appraisal processes in Meghalaya.
* Action Required: Fulfill their duties within SEIAA and SEAC, participating in meetings, reviewing proposals, and providing expert opinions while adhering to the specified terms of office and procedures.
Project Proponents in Meghalaya:
* Impact: Subject to environmental impact assessment by SEIAA based on SEAC recommendations.
* Action Required: Comply with the environmental assessment process, provide necessary information, and adhere to the decisions and recommendations of SEIAA and SEAC.
Key Entities Referenced
Environment Protection Act, 1986: An environmental law enacted by the Parliament of India in 1986.
Ministry of Environment, Forests and Climate Change: A ministry in the Government of India responsible for environmental protection and climate change.
Meghalaya: A state in Northeast India.
State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority, Meghalaya: A state-level authority constituted by the Central Government for environmental impact assessments in Meghalaya.
State Level Expert Appraisal Committee, Meghalaya: A state-level expert committee constituted by the Central Government to assist the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority in Meghalaya.
Shri Toki Blah: IAS Retd., appointed as Chairman of the State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA), Meghalaya.
Shillong, Meghalaya: The location of office for Chairman of State Level Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA) and also location for other members mentioned in document.
North Eastern Hill University: A central university located in Shillong, Meghalaya. Mentioned as affiliated department for one of the members of SEAC.
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[फा. स.ं जे-11013/9/2007-आईए.II(1)]
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MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, FORESTS AND CLIMATE CHANGE
NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 5th August, 2015
S.O. 2125(E).—In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (3) of section 3 of the Environment
(Protection) Act, 1986 (29 of 1986) and in pursuance of the notification of the Government of India in the erstwhile
Ministry of Environment and Forests number S.O. 1533(E), dated the 14th September, 2006 (hereinafter referred to as
the said notification), the Central Government hereby constitutes the State Level Environment Impact Assessment
Authority (SEIAA), Meghalaya (hereinafter referred to as the Authority for Meghalaya) comprising of the following
Members, namely: -
(a) Shri Toki Blah, IAS (Retd.),
Chapel Road, Qualapatty Shillong,
Meghalaya – 793002
Chairman
(b) Professor B.K.Tiwari,
Department of Environment Studies,
North – Eastern Hill University,
Member
Shillong – 793022 Meghalaya
(c) Chief Conservator of Forests ( Social Forestry and
Environment), Government of Meghalaya.
Member-Secretary
2. The Chairman and non-official Member of the Authority for Meghalaya shall hold office for a term of three
years from the date of publication of this notification in the Official Gazette.
3. The Authority for Meghalaya shall exercise such powers and follow the procedures as specified in the said
notification.
4. The Authority for Meghalaya shall base its decision on the recommendations of the State Level Expert
Appraisal Committee constituted under paragraph 5 for the State of Meghalaya.
5. For the purposes of assisting the Authority for Meghalaya, the Central Government, in consultation with the
State Government of Meghalaya, hereby constitutes the State Level Expert Appraisal Committee, Meghalaya
(hereinafter referred to as SEAC for Meghalaya) comprising of the following Members, namely :-
(i) Shri Darlando Thanmi Khathing
Air House,
Madanriting, Shillong – 793014 Chairman
(ii) Shri Knudsenberg Cheran Momin
Bonepa, Tura,
P.O.Lower Chandmary, Tura, Member
West Garo Hills,
Meghalaya – 794002
(iii) Shri Toiler H. S. Bonney, IFS (Retd.)
Sohiong Village (Mawtap),
East Khasi Hills District,
Meghalaya Pin – 793121 Member
(iv) Shri Puhran M. Sangma
H. No. 93/2, Madan Laban,
Near Nepali School, Member
Shillong-793004.
(v) Shri Donkupar Syiem
Department of Biochemistry,
North Eastern Hill University,
Shillong, Meghalaya. Member
(vi) Shri Phngain Singh Giri Lyngdoh Member
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(vii) Deputy Conservator of Forests, Office of the Additional Secretary
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests ( Social Forestry
and Environment), Government of Meghalaya.
6. The Chairman and Members of SEAC for Meghalaya shall hold office for a term of three years from the date of
publication of this notification in the Official Gazette.
7. The SEAC for Meghalaya shall exercise the powers and follow the procedures as specified in the said
notification.
8. The SEAC for Meghalaya shall function on the principle of collective responsibility and the Chairman shall
endeavor to reach a consensus in each case, and if consensus cannot be reached, the view of the majority shall prevail.
9. The State Government of Meghalaya shall notify an agency to act as Secretariat for the Authority for
Meghalaya and SEAC for Meghalaya and shall provide all financial and logistic support including accommodation,
transportation and such other facilities in respect of all its statutory functions.
10. The sitting fee, travelling allowance and dearness allowance to the Chairman and Member of the Authority for
Meghalaya and the Chairman and Members of SEAC for Meghalaya shall be paid in accordance with the concerned
rules of the State Government of Meghalaya.
[F. No. J-11013/ 9/ 2007- IA.II ( I )]
MANOJ KUMAR SINGH, Jt. Secy.
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