8 Dec 2023 : PIB
PRESS INFORMATION BUREAU
8-December -2023
1. MONUMENT MITRA SCHEME.
Topic: GS1 – art and culture
Context:
- “Adopt A Heritage Program 2.0” was launched on September 4, 2023, by the Union Minister of Culture.
MONUMENT MITRA SCHEME:
- Objective: The program aims to enhance the visitor experience and make protected monuments more visitor-friendly.
- ASI Framework: Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has developed a framework to engage private and public sector companies in developing and providing amenities at protected monuments through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds.
- Interest from Companies: Several private and public sector companies have expressed interest in participating in the scheme.
- Emphasis on CSR Funds: The program emphasizes the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds from companies for the development and improvement of facilities at protected monuments.
- Preservation Efforts: The collaboration with private and public sectors is seen as a step towards preserving and maintaining these monuments while making them more accessible to visitors.
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1983488
2. PM-DevINE Scheme
Topic: GS2 – Government initiatives.
Context:
- PM-DevINE has sanctioned 9 projects worth Rs.855.85 crore since its inception.
- The total release/authorization for these projects is Rs.121.41 crore, with an expenditure/utilization of Rs.121.19 crore (99.82%).
PM-DevINE Scheme:
Focus: Boosting Infrastructure and Connectivity in North East
Target: North Eastern States (NES) and Sikkim
Key Objectives:
- Develop and upgrade infrastructure
- Enhance connectivity in the region
- Promote economic development
- Improve living standards
- Create employment opportunities
Areas of Focus:
- Road Network Development
- Inland Waterways Development
- Air Connectivity Enhancement
- Digital Connectivity Expansion
- Border Area Infrastructure Improvement
- Social Infrastructure Development (Healthcare, Education)
Funding:
- Central Government and Participating States
- Public Private Partnerships
- Multilateral and Bilateral Funding Agencies
Expected Outcomes:
- Improved transportation and logistics
- Enhanced trade and commerce
- Increased tourism potential
- Improved access to basic services
- Sustainable economic growth and development
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1983586
3. Measures for curbing environmental pollution.
Topic: GS3 – environmental pollution
Control of Pollution Scheme (Central Sector Scheme):
- Administered by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change.
- Operational since 2018.
Objectives:
- Monitor air quality nationwide.
- Implement air pollution mitigation measures.
- Monitor water quality and noise levels.
Components:
- Assistance for Abatement of Pollution to weaker State Pollution Control Boards/ Pollution Control Committees and Central Pollution Control Board.
- National Clean Air Programme (NCAP).
- Environmental Monitoring Network Programme:
- – Operation and Maintenance of National Air Quality Monitoring Programme (NAMP) stations.
- – Operation and Maintenance of Continuous Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Stations (CAAQMS).
- – National Ambient Noise Monitoring Network (NANMN) – strengthening and establishment of new stations in Million Plus Cities.
- – National Water Monitoring Programme (NWMP).
- Research and Outreach Programmes.
Afforestation Schemes:
- Implemented by Central and State Governments/Union Territory Administrations.
- Includes National Afforestation Programme (NAP) and Green India Mission (GIM).
- Afforestation activities under various programs/funding sources like Compensatory Afforestation Funds, MGNREGA, National Agroforestry Policy, Sub-mission on Agro-forestry, National Bamboo Mission, and National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture.
Pollution Mitigation Steps:
- Ban on single-use plastic.
- Implementation of BS-VI norms for fuel and vehicles (since April 2020).
- Promotion of E-vehicles and cleaner fuels.
- Adoption of zig-zag technology for brick kilns.
- Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic, tyre, battery, and e-waste management.
- Real-time monitoring of grossly polluting industries.
- Notification of rules such as Hazardous and other waste Management (HWM) rules, E-waste rules, and Bio-Medical Waste rules.
- Emission and discharge standards for various sectors.
- Regular monitoring of industrial compliance by CPCB and SPCBs/PCCs.
Environmental Safeguards and Measures:
- Requirement of prior environmental clearances for projects and activities as per EIA Notification 2006.
- Conditions and safeguards stipulated during EC to minimize adverse impacts on air quality, water quality, land degradation, biodiversity, and wildlife habitat.
Source: https://pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1983683
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