AS per EIA notification 2006 Industrial Projects in any of the areas falling in
Religious and historic places, Archaeological monuments, Scenic areas, Hill
resorts, Beach resorts, Coastal areas rich in mangroves, corals, breeding grounds
of specific species, Estuaries, Gulf areas, Biosphere reserves, National parks and
sanctuaries, National lakes and swamps, Seismic zones, Tribal settlements, Areas
of scientific and geological interest, Defense installations, especially those of
security importance and sensitive to pollution, Border areas (international),
Airports, would necessarily require Environmental Clearance.
As Public Hearing provides a legal space for people of an area to come face-to-
face with the project proponent and the government and express their concerns
in general and environmental issues in particular. This is one of the best platform
for the public/stakeholders to put upon their views about the project planned for
in their area. It is thus important that these issues being raised requires proper
attention and be redressed as quickly and as sooner as possible.
Attempts have been made to categorize various issues raised during public
hearing or public cons