Environmental Relief Fund (Amendment) Scheme, 2024
January 11 , 2025 7 hrs 0 min 17 0
The Government has made amendments to the Environment Relief Fund Scheme, 2008, through the Environment Relief Fund (Amendment) Scheme, 2024.
It aims to improve the fund management, ensure the efficient disbursement, and enhance environmental restoration efforts.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has appointed as Fund Manager for five years.
It will get funds from the Compensation under Section 24 of the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 and Penalties under Sections 14, 15, or 17 of the Public Liability Insurance Act.