Mandate
The main functions of the State Pollution Control Boards are as follows:
- To plan a comprehensive programme for prevention, control and abatement of air pollution and to secure the execution thereof.
- To advise the State Government on any matter concerning prevention, control and abatement of air pollution.
- To collect and disseminate information related to air pollution.
- To collaborate with Central Pollution Control Board in programme related to prevention, control and abatement of air pollution; and
- To inspect air pollution control areas, assess quality of air and to take steps for prevention, control and abatement of air pollution in such areas.