In Assam Budget, 'Green Cess' Proposal To Fund Environmental Projects
The Assam government has proposed a 'green cess' on polluting industries, including brick kilns and stone crushers, to fund environmental conservation. The revenue will support projects like afforestation, pollution control, and green energy initiatives.
Why it matters
This policy reflects a growing trend of using fiscal measures to hold industries accountable for environmental impact and fund climate adaptation.
The Assam government has proposed introducing a green cess on selected polluting industries and activities to raise funds for environmental protection and climate-related initiatives.Presenting the 2026-27 budget in the assembly on Friday, Finance Minister Jayanta Mallabaruah said the proposed levy will apply to stone crushers, coke-based industries, brick kilns, commercial groundwater extraction, transfer of second-hand vehicles and other polluting activities that may be notified by the government."The green cess will help create a dedicated fund to support Assam's environmental priorities,"…
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