Updated on June 19, 2025 02:53:21 PM
The legal procedure to get a water boring license for a commercial purpose in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands includes strict regulation set by the CGWA and the local government. This is because the area is ecologically sensitive hence requires qualitative details of the procedures of extracting water from the ground. The process starts with carrying an extensive hydrogeological investigation to evaluate the feasibility of the groundwater and the probable impacts from the selected location. It’s then followed by the submission of a technical plan of the required boring equipment, application use/reason of the water and a complete environment impact assessment. Sinking the necessary, boring NOC documents from the local environmental agency is necessary assuring that the proposed boring activities will not be destructive to the environment. In addition, applicants are required to show good practice in rain water management through water harvesting and or artificial recharge.
A water boring license is a permit from the government that allows a person to bore a well to reach sub-surface water. It controls and oversees the pumping of water from the wells and aims at sensitizing people not to pump water anyhow. The applicant will be required to give details on the following; The intended use of the borewell, inner depth of the borewell, the intended location of the borewell, volume of water expected from the borewell among others. Technical appraisals and the environmental site assessment are also needed. There can be conditions that add strings to compliance with environmental legislation and water say policies; depth of drilling, type of equipment, amount of extract. The license is important in water resource management and ensuring proper demand and supply, water quality, and groundwater conservation. It is very important to adhere to the stipulated licensing provisions on ways of using water and managing the environment.
A water boring license offers several benefits that promote sustainable water resource management and ensure the responsible use of groundwater. Here are some key benefits:
It allows for the control of water abstraction with the result that the exploitation of groundwater does not go unrestrained and this water resource is well utilized. This is very important in the stabilization of the water table and prevention of exhaustion thereof.
The license promotes protection of the environment due to the guidelines and conditions associated with it. Thus, borewells are run in a way that they do not have adverse effects on the environment of the region and that such problems like soil erosion and sinking of the land are avoided.
Licensing usually comes with periodic checks and sampling for water quality to ascertain the quality of the extracted water. This assists in the enhancement of quality drinking water, water for agriculture as well as water for industries.
Appointing a water boring license expects people and companies to be on the right side of the law in regards to the provisions of the Law such as the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. This eradicates legal complications and gives a positive encouragement for the appropriate usage of water.
The process of licensing is always accompanied by extensive paperwork and compliance and therefore contributes to efficient management of water resources. Through the water meters information can be gathered and analyzed in how water is used and the rate at which it is consumed and therefore help the authorities in planning for the usage in future.
To obtain a Water Boring License you must follow a structured procedure that includes submitting an online application along with necessary documentation. Here’s a detailed overview of the process:
Go to the official website of the CGWA and enter the site as a new user and generate a Log – ID.
Gather all the required documents that are required for the Application Submission.
Complete the e- Application form with regard to NOC for groundwater boring. Make sure that all the fields that one is supposed to fill are filled correctly.
Submitting the application complete, upon submission of the document, the CGWA shall scrutinize the application and the documents accompanying it. This may include an inspection of the site if this was considered necessary by the researcher.
In the case of a valid application, the NOC will be issued depending on the application filed by the candidate.
Once the applicant receives the NOC, he/she has to install the IoT based groundwater monitor system within 90 days from the date of issue and abide by the groundwater management practices.
To renew the NOC, submit the application for renewal at least 90 days before the expiration of the current NOC.
There is a list of documents the applicant will have to provide to the competent authorities to obtain the water boring license. While the specific requirements can vary depending on the region and the purpose of the borewell, the following documents are generally required:
CGWA-Water Boring NOC Application Process
Professional Fees for Water Boring NOC is ₹25000/- only with Professional Utilities
After the application is applied the No Objection Certificate is issued and will remain viable for a period of 2 years from the date of issue. Regarding the renewal of this No Objection Certificate the application has to be made 90 days before the expiry of the existing one.
According to the new guidelines of the Central Ground Water Authority, obtaining NOC is compulsory if the industry or any operation is using more than 10 cubic meters of well water. Besides this, the applicant has to also create an IoT-based Groundwater Monitoring System, in case of no completion of this criterion, the industry will have to pay a fine of ₹2 Lakhs.
Conclusion
A water boring license in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands is a prerequisite before exploitation of groundwater can take place. This is important as it is critical of environmental conservation as it addresses issues concerning the standard consumption of groundwater in the region and environmental related factors. In general, it is performed according to the specific requirements stated by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and takes about several steps, namely carrying out a hydrogeological survey, filing an application with necessary documents, and requesting NOC from the concerned authorities. Also, it is required to implement an IoT-based groundwater monitoring system when it comes to obligations resulting from the license or permit. It is issued for a period of 2 years but has to be renewed 90 days before its expiry. Noncompliance to the above regulations may attract a penalty; fines not exceeding ₹2 Lakhs.
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A water boring license is a legal permit that is given by the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and/or the local administration to an individual or an organization desirous of boring wells and drawing water from the ground. Especially because of the environmental vulnerability of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, it is necessary to obtain this license. This also guarantees that extraction of water is done orderly to avoid depleting the water well hence maintaining the balance of the ecosystem that may be characteristic of the region.
The professional fee for preparing water boring NOC through Professional Utilities is ₹25,000. This fee is charged in an effort to cover consultancy that is offered during the application process. Government charges may be incurred depending on the details involving the borewell like area, depth and size.
The water boring license once granted is for two years from the date of grant of the license. To transact any business, an applicant must give a renewal application at least 90 days before the current license expires. The renewal process is to integrate any changes in the borewell operation and to confirm the relevant fresh legislation in regard to the management and utilization of groundwater.
This policy states that there are severe repercussions if the guidelines on the issue of a water boring license are not met as hallmarked by CGWA. If an industry or operation has utilized well water more than 10 cubic meters and has not sought an NOC, then a penalty of ₹2 Lakhs may be levied. Also, the absence of an IoT-based groundwater monitoring system or failure to meet other stated conditions would attract other legal outcomes and fines.
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