The Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure is an umbrella initiative launched by the Industries and Mines Department, Gujarat under the Gujarat Industrial Policy. Effective from August 7, 2020 to August 6, 2025, it aims to boost industrial growth by providing financial assistance, modern technologies, and improved facilities for industrial parks and clusters. The component “Financial Assistance for Common Environmental Infrastructure Facilities” specifically supports industries and organizations in establishing and upgrading environmental management infrastructure to promote pollution control, waste management, and overall environmental sustainability.
Objectives
• Boost Industrial Growth: Provide funding and technology support to enhance industrial infrastructure.
• Environmental Sustainability: Support projects that promote pollution control, efficient waste management, and regulatory compliance.
• Modernization: Enable industries to upgrade environmental management systems to meet current regulatory standards.
• Facilitate Compliance: Strengthen the regulatory framework for environmental compliance across industrial parks and clusters.
Benefits
• Quantum of Assistance:
– Need-based support with a maximum of ₹50,00,000/-, as decided by the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC).
• Financial Aid: Supports projects that improve pollution control and waste management infrastructure, ensuring better environmental compliance.
• Enhanced Facilities: Enables the establishment/upgradation of common environmental infrastructure that benefits industrial clusters.
Eligibility
• Eligible Entities:
– Industries/enterprises (excluding captive use) or firms registered under the Societies Act, Trust Act, or Companies Act;
– GIDC/Board/Corporations, SPVs, PSUs, Municipal Corporations, Nagarpalikas, Urban Development Authorities, etc.
• Regulatory Compliance: Projects must comply with MoEF and GPCB regulations.
• Operational Requirement: The project must remain operational for a minimum of 5 years post-completion.
Application Process
Offline
• Step 01: Prepare a Detailed Project Report (DPR) covering project details as per the application guidelines.
• Step 02: Fill out the prescribed application form and attach all required documents.
• Step 03: Submit the application and documents to the Industries Commissionerate.
• Step 04: Await evaluation and approval from the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC); if approved, assistance is disbursed in phases based on project progress.
Documents Required
• Copy of Legal Status documents (e.g., Memorandum and Articles of Association, Company Registration Certificate, or registration under the Society/Trust Act) and list of directors/members with addresses.
• Proof of Land Possession (e.g., land allotment letter from GIDC, copies of 7/12 extract, N.A. permission, approved plan, construction permission).
• Copy of GPCB NOC/CCA for establishing the project (or a justification letter on letterhead if not applicable).
• Copy of Environment Clearance (or a justification letter if not applicable).
• Detailed Project Report (DPR) covering all aspects required in the application form.
• List of Beneficiaries in the format specified in Annexure-A1 (if applicable).
• Process Diagram of the proposed project, signed by an authorized signatory.
• Financial and Technical Appraisal from a bank/financial institution or other approved entity.
• Copy of any other financial assistance granted by the Government of Gujarat or Government of India for the same project component.
• Copy of the sanction/consent letter from the financial institution (if a loan is sanctioned).
• Affidavits regarding outstanding government dues and pending court cases against the government.
• Declaration/Resolution as per the application requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the objective of the Scheme of Assistance for Common Environment Infrastructure?
A: The scheme aims to promote industrial growth by supporting the establishment and upgrading of environmental management infrastructure, ensuring compliance with pollution control and waste management standards.
Q: What is the objective of the Strengthening the Regulation and Environmental Compliance component?
A: It focuses on improving environmental sustainability by funding projects that upgrade pollution control, waste management, and overall environmental compliance.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Industries, enterprises, and organizations registered under relevant acts (e.g., Societies Act, Trust Act, Companies Act) as well as GIDC/Board/Corporations, SPVs, PSUs, Municipal Corporations, Nagarpalikas, and Urban Development Authorities are eligible.
Q: What types of projects are supported under this scheme?
A: Projects that establish or upgrade environmental infrastructure for pollution control, waste management, and environmental sustainability are supported.
Q: What is the maximum financial assistance provided under this scheme?
A: Assistance is need-based with a maximum of ₹50,00,000/- as decided by the SLEC.
Q: Can multiple institutions collaborate on a single project?
A: Yes, collaborative projects among multiple institutions are eligible, subject to meeting the scheme criteria.
Q: What is the role of the State Level Empowered Committee (SLEC)?
A: The SLEC evaluates applications and decides the quantum of assistance, ensuring that projects meet the scheme’s objectives and compliance requirements.
Q: Are training and skill development programs eligible for funding?
A: The scheme primarily funds infrastructure projects; training and skill development are not typically covered under this component.
Q: What are environment clinics under this scheme?
A: Environment clinics are not mentioned as a component of this scheme; the focus is on physical infrastructure for environmental compliance.
Q: How is the subsidy amount calculated?
A: The assistance is need-based, with the maximum limit set at ₹50,00,000/-; specific calculations depend on project cost and compliance with guidelines.