Mumbai | May 10, 2026: A massive 'Beach Clean-up' drive was successfully organized at Dadar Chowpatty on May 10, 2026, in collaboration with the 'Mumbai Art & Health Festival' and the Khushiya Foundation, supported by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board.
Hon’ble Chairman of MPCB, Shri. Siddhesh Kadam, personally participated in the cleanliness drive and interacted with the participants. During the event, he emphasized the importance of collective action in maintaining the state’s coastal ecology and achieving a pollution-free environment.
The initiative saw the presence of Devika Kadam (Chairperson, Mumbai Art & Health Festival), Chinu Kwatra (Khushiya Foundation), along with senior officials from the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board and a large number of dedicated volunteers from the Mumbai Art & Health Festival.
Mumbai | May 8, 2026: The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board has achieved a significant milestone by securing the First Rank in digital training under the 'Tech Wari 2.0' initiative. This success was attained under the visionary leadership of MPCB Chairman, Shri. Siddhesh Kadam, and the strategic guidance of Member Secretary, Shri. Rahul Rekhawar (IAS).
As part of the 'Mahasadhana Saptah 2026', organized to enhance speed and transparency in administrative functions, MPCB recorded the highest number of registrations and course completions on the iGOT (Integrated Government Online Training) platform. During the 'Tech Wari 2.0' ceremony, MPCB’s Administrative Officer, Shri. Pramod Nandgaonkar, accepted the first-place award on behalf of the Board.
This achievement reflects the dedication and commitment of every officer and staff member of the Board. MPCB remains steadfast in its mission to protect the environment and empower administration through the seamless integration of advanced technology.
Shri Siddhesh Kadam, Chairman of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), attended the prestigious 'Plastics Recycling Show (PRS) Europe 2026' in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Marking the conference’s 10th anniversary, he joined an impactful panel discussion on “The Importance of Traceability in the Global Plastic Trade.”
During the session, Shri Siddhesh Kadam emphasized key strategic pillars for a circular economy. He advocated for seamless and transparent data exchange between Europe, Asia, and the Americas, noting that traceability is only effective when handled as a global collective.He highlighted India’s landmark initiative of the mandatory QR code system implemented since July 2025, which allows the common man to track the origin and recycling journey of plastic products.He reaffirmed India's ambitious mandate to increase the use of recycled content in food-grade packaging from 30% to 40%.He detailed how India is utilizing the GST system as a powerful instrument to monitor traceability and ensure strict compliance in plastic waste management.
Shri Siddhesh Kadam engaged in insightful dialogue with global industry leaders, including David Eslava (Plastics Recyclers Europe), Hermes Panagiotopoulos (Indorama Ventures), Raphael Bassiano (FEAD), Yvonne van Veen (INEOS), and Will Collins (Argus Media). Also present at the event were Shri Nandkumar Gurav (Technical Advisor, MPCB) and Mr. Taheer Patrawala (Managing Director, Media Fusion).
Hon. Rahul Rekhawar (I.A.S.) has taken charge as Member Secretary of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board at the Board's headquarters. On this occasion, he was welcomed by the Acting Member Secretary, Mr. Abhay Pimparkar. Joint Director Mr. Jagannath Salunkhe and Administrative Officer Mr. Pramod Nandgaonkar were also present
A meeting through VC with officials of Osaka City Government of Japan after signing of MoU for study of Osaka city environmental initiatives. Hon’ble Member Secretary has asked about initiatives taken by Osaka city in solid waste management, plastic waste and circular economy, waste to energy, high efficiency sewage treatment with low energy footprint, implementation of MBR technology in dense urban area, city level GHG inventory, advance waste incineration facilities, etc.
महाराष्ट्र प्रदूषण नियंत्रण मंडळाच्या इतिहासात आज सोनेरी अक्षराने क्षण नोंदवला गेला. मंडळाच्या मुख्यालयात अत्यंत उत्साहपूर्ण वातावरणात 77 वा भारतीय प्रजासत्ताक दिन सोहळा दिमाखात संपन्न झाला. यावेळी मंडळाचे माननीय सदस्य सचिव एम देवेंदर सिंह, भा. प्र. से. यांच्या हस्ते ध्वजारोहण करण्यात आले. या ऐतिहासिक क्षणाला मंडळातील अधिकारी व कर्मचारी मोठ्या संख्येने उपस्थित होते. या दिनाचे औचित्य साधून राष्ट्रध्वजाची शपथ व पर्यावरण संवर्धनाची शपथ यावेळी घेण्यात आली.
Professor Michael Greenstone, Milton Friedman Distinguished Service Professor in Economics at the University of Chicago, visited the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) and held an engaging and insightful discussion with the Hon’ble Chairman and the Member Secretary. During the meeting, Prof. Greenstone appreciated the progress made by Maharashtra in implementing the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and discussed its potential as a scalable, market-based instrument for improving air quality. The discussions also explored opportunities for advanced research collaborations, particularly the use of machine learning and data-driven tools to predict environmental compliance violations—an initiative that would be a first of its kind in Maharashtra. Following this, Prof. Greenstone and the Member Secretary exchanged views on various prospective collaborative projects and shared a lighter, informal conversation on common interests, including reading and books. As a gesture of goodwill, the Member Secretary presented Prof. Greenstone with a copy of Blue Ocean Strategy, reflecting the shared emphasis on innovative and forward-looking approaches to policy and governance. The visit marked a valuable exchange of ideas and reinforced MPCB’s commitment to adopting innovative, research-backed solutions for environmental management in the state.
Felicitation of Sh M Devender Singh IAS,Member Secretary MPCB. On 12th Oct, Hon Chief Justice of India Justice Bhushan Ramakrishna Gavai felicitates the Member Secretary for completing the Mandangadh court complex in record time and effectively coordinating with all agencies and apprising the Hon Bombay High Court regularly. Hon Chief Minister of MH Sh Devendra Fadnavis and Hon Dy CM Sh Eknath Shinde were also present during the occasion.
The Consul General of Japan in Mumbai, Mr. Koji Yagi-san, visited the Board’s headquarters for a high-level meeting. This visit is set to provide global momentum to Maharashtra’s environmental conservation initiatives. Under the visionary leadership of MPCB Chairman Shri. Siddhesh Kadam ji and Member Secretary Shri. M. Devender Singh ji (IAS), a significant step has been taken toward fostering cooperation between Japan and MPCB for environmental protection. This collaboration aims to effectively address pollution challenges by integrating advanced Japanese technology with expertise. An MOU was signed between Osaka City Environment Bureau and the MPCB at MPCB Hq. The event was attended by Mr. Shunsuke Kawabe (Manager, Environment Bureau, Osaka City Government Japan), Ms. Akiko Doi (Senior Programme Officer, International Cooperation Division, Global Environment Centre Japan), Mr. Tomoya Motoda (Senior Programe Officer, International Cooperation Division, Global Environment Centre Japan), Ms. Nakajima Nao, Ms. Chika Kataoka, Mr. Shunichi Honda, Mr. Anshuman Basu, and senior officials from the MPCB.
Professor Michael Greenstone University of Chicago from the USA visited MPCB to discuss the emission trading scheme and the Use of AI for regulatory enforcement.
Committee meeting for identifying the white category of industries for ease of doing business
Visit of the committee to the Pollution Control Boards of Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Rajasthan, and Gujarat to study the timeline reduction for consent management.
Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) organized a State-Level Conference on “Circular Economy for Sustainable Development in Maharashtra” at Navi Mumbai. The conference was inaugurated by Hon’ble Member Secretary Shri M. Devender Singh (IAS). Dr. Rajendra Rajput Assistant Secretary (Technical), Shri. Satish Padwal Joint Director (APC), Shri. Sanjay Bhuskute Public Relations Officer, Shri. Nandkumar Gurav (Technical Advisor), along with other officials and staff members, graced the occasion with their august presence. Representatives from various industry associations, officials of the Material Recycling Association of India, environmental experts, researchers, and industry representatives, were also present.
The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board and the Aadhar Ability Foundation collaborated to host a training that demonstrated and provided information on how to use first aid and CPR to save lives in cardiac arrest.
In the "National Conference on Circular Economy and Sustainability" Bengaluru organised by the KPCB, Govt of Karnataka on 18th Nov 2025. Hon’ble Shri. M. Devender Singh (IAS), Member Secretary, Maharashtra Pollution Control Board, delivered an insightful presentation MPCB’s efforts in recycling Sector. During the event, Hon’ble Dr. Shalini Rajneesh IAS, Chief Secretary Karnataka State, appreciated the efforts of Maharashtra State for setting up separate Recycling Parks State.
Plastic Recycling Show Conference 2025 The exhibition featuring advanced technologies and machinery for single-use plastic recycling was formally inaugurated by Hon. Shri Siddhesh Ji Kadam.
MPCB GreenMind AI Chatbot Launch 2025 The “GreenMind AI Chatbot,” an advanced chatbot designed to provide accurate responses to queries related to environmental regulations and permissions, was formally inaugurated by Hon. Shri Siddhesh Ji Kadam, Chairman of the Board, and Hon. Shri Devender Ji Singh, Member Secretary.
Kartiki Chi Wari, Pandharichya Dari 2025 On the occasion of Kartiki Ekadashi, the event “Kartiki Chi Wari, Pandharichya Dari” was organized in Pandharpur. The programme was inaugurated by Hon. Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Ji Shinde.
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5th June World Environment Day Conference in Hotel Taj Land.
5th June World Environment Day Celebration in Mantralaya - Single Use Plastic Public Awareness Campaign.
5th of June World Environment Day at Girgaon Chaupati - Beach Clean Up Drive.
