Minimal National Standards (MINAS) are effluent standards set by the Central Board for the Prevention and Control of Water Pollution (CPCB). These standards are set for industries to prevent water pollution.
How are MINAS set?
MINAS are set based on the techno-economic feasibility of pollution control measures for a particular industry
MINAS can be achieved in one go or in phases
MINAS are independent of the characteristics of the environment that receives the effluent
How are MINAS enforced?
The CPCB and State Boards for Pollution Control agree not to relax MINAS
However, State Boards can set stricter standards than MINAS if the environment requires it
Examples of industries with MINAS Thermal Power Plants, Fermentation Industries, Small Pulp and Paper Industry, Sugar Industry, and Nitrogenous Fertilizer Industry.
Purpose of MINAS
The purpose of MINAS is to prevent water pollution by setting effluent standards that are achievable for industries. These standards are within the techno-economic capability of the industry.
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