Report: ANI
RAWALPINDI — A meeting of the District Environmental Approval Committee (DEAC) was held at the Deputy Commissioner's Office, Rawalpindi, under the chairpersonship of the Additional Deputy Commissioner (ADC), with the Deputy Director (Environment), EPA Punjab, serving as convener.
The meeting was attended by the Environmental Expert, Deputy Director Mines and Minerals, and District Officer (IPWM).
During the meeting, three environmental cases submitted through the eBiz portal were reviewed. After detailed deliberations, the Committee approved two cases, while one case was deferred for further consideration.
The ADC directed that all recommendations and environmental protection measures proposed for the approved cases must be implemented in letter and spirit. The concerned project proponents were also instructed to prepare comprehensive implementation plans to ensure compliance with environmental safeguards.
Regarding the deferred case, the ADC directed the Deputy Director (Environment) to arrange a meeting between the project proponent and the complainant to facilitate an amicable resolution. The proceedings and outcome of the meeting will be formally documented.
The ADC further informed the Committee that the cases would also be discussed with the Deputy Commissioner, and subsequent decisions would be communicated accordingly.
The meeting highlighted the district administration's efforts to strengthen environmental governance through digital facilitation, institutional coordination, regulatory oversight and effective implementation of environmental protection measures.
