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Role of the Central Pollution Control Board in E-Waste Management in India: Rules, Portal, Monitoring, and Enforcement

The Central Pollution Control Board is the core institution behind India’s modern e-waste compliance system. Under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 and subsequent official updates, CPCB is responsible for registration, portal maintenance, EPR monitoring, issuance of guidelines and SOPs, coordination with state authorities, and support for enforcement through environmental compensation mechanisms.