Environment Minister launches Web Portal for obtaining CRZ Clearances
The
Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Environment, Forest and
Climate Change, Shri Anil Madhav Dave, launched the web portal for
obtaining Coastal Regulation Zone clearances, here today. The Minister termed the launch of the portal as a good example of ‘Ease of Doing Business’.
The
Portal is a web-based system for obtaining clearances required from the
Ministry under the “Coastal Regulation Zone” (CRZ) by the Project
proponents. The system will
enable the Project proponents and the concerned State/Union Territory
bodies like the State Coastal Zone Management Authorities (SCZMAs) and
Municipal/Town Planning agencies in tracking the status of their
proposals. The system is based
on web architecture, similar to the existing systems in place for
according environmental and forest clearances.
The
Portal is a very user-friendly initiative, which enables submission of
applications for CRZ clearance in a single-window interface and
facilitates quick flow of information related to CRZ clearances. The portal allocates a unique identity for each proposal for all future references. It is accessible from any computer with internet facility.
The
objectives of the web portal include – enhancing efficiency,
transparency and accountability in the process of CRZ clearances;
enhance responsiveness through workflows and availability of real-time
information on the status of CRZ clearance proposals; ease of business
and convenience of citizens in accessing information and services;
standardised procedures and processes across Central and State levels.
There
are other initiatives underway, like the notification of High Tide
Line/Low Tide Line (HTL/LTL), ecologically sensitive areas falling under
CRZ-1, hazard line etc. All these steps are aimed at minimising discretions and enhancing accountability at all levels.
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