The Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board is empowered to carry out its functions under the provisions of the following Pollution Control Acts, Rules and Amend

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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, Andhra Pradesh Pollution Control Board (APPCB), visited the Organic Farming Centre at Tarakaturu, Krishna District, today. The visit highlighted the importance of eco-friendly agricultural practices and organic farming.
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, visited Challapalli Village, Krishna District, this morning to review the solid waste collection and disposal management activities under the Swachha Challapalli initiative.
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Subhajit Mukherjee from Mission Green Mumbai presents a way to recycle multi-layered plastic wrappers by hot-pressing them into durable items like benches and cupboards. He encourages communities to collect 100 kg of such waste in exchange for a recycled bench.
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Promoting sustainable alternatives to single-use plastics! Innovative, eco-friendly products made from biodegradable materials are leading the way toward a cleaner and greener Andhra Pradesh. Let’s say no to plastic and yes to sustainability! #BeatPlasticPollution #SustainableAP
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, visited a household unit in Ananthapur at manufactures cloth bags from old sarees.During the visit,interacted with Sri Anil Kumar NGO and appreciated his innovative initiatives promoting alternatives to Single-Use Plastics.
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A brainstorming session on Andhra Pradesh Circular Economy & Waste Recycling Policy was conducted by Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, at the Collectorate, Ananthapuramu. along with District Collector Sri O. Anand, I.A.S., and Sri PV Sresh Reddy RO APPCB.
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, visited the Municipal Dump Site of Ananthapuramu Municipal Corporation. During the visit, he directed the Public Health Department officials to ensure that segregated waste is sent to cement plants for co-processing.
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, visited KIA India Private Limited, Sri Sathya Sai District, and held discussions on best practices and sustainable solutions for environmental conservation.
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, warmly welcomed the newly joined Assistant Environmental Engineers and Analysts, inspiring them to contribute towards a cleaner, greener, and sustainable Andhra Pradesh,
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Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Chairman of the APPCB, urged the public to celebrate Diwali responsibly by using only green crackers to minimize noise and air pollution. He also appealed to firecracker manufacturers and sellers to produce and sell only eco-friendly crackers.
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Sri Pawan Kalyan, Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister, reviewed pollution control measures in the Uppada coastal area with APPCB officials. Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Chairman Sri S. Saravanan, IFS, M.S., and Sri M. Rajasekhar, CEE, attended, along with district officials via VC.
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A workshop on AP Circular Economy and Waste Recycling Policy 4.0 was held in Vijayawada, under the chairmanship of Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), Chairman, APPCB, with participation from chairpersons of various corporations and heads of departments. facebook.com/share/p/17amHaY…
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Brainstorming session on “Andhra Pradesh Circular Economy and Waste Recycling Policy (4.0) 2025–2030” held at Nellore, chaired by Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), along with Sri Himanshu Shukla, IAS, Collector, Sri Ashok RO, and other officers SPSRNellore
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Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.) visited Prakasam District today and met with the Collector, Joint Collector, and officials from all departments. He conducted a meeting to discuss the implementation of the ban on Single Use Plastics (SUPs) in the district.
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Hon’ble Chairman, APPCB, Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), reviewed pollution control measures and greenbelt development initiatives with cement industry heads at Macherla in Palnadu District and also launched a plantation drive promoting sustainable industrial practices.
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At today’s Collectors’ Conference, Dr. P. Krishnaiah, Chairman, APPCB, emphasized the importance of clean air and water, outlining the challenges faced in environmental protection and the crucial role of District Collectors in driving sustainable solutions.
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Sustainable practices to safeguard our environment. I urge industries, institutions, and citizens to adopt eco-friendly practices, reduce emissions, and contribute towards a cleaner, healthier future.Together, let us strengthen & safe planet for generations to come.
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et's protect ENVIRONMENT 🌎🌍
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APPCB Chairman Dr. P. Krishnaiah, IAS (Retd.), and Member Secretary Sri S. Saravanan, IFS, presented an eco-friendly Ganesh idol to Hon’ble CM Sri N. Chandrababu Naidu and launched the Ganesh Chaturthi awareness poster. Let’s celebrate while protecting nature! #EcoFriendlyGanesh
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