Updated on June 19, 2025 02:53:21 PM
It has been understood that in order to get the water boring license in West Bengal for commercial purposes, one has to follow a number of guidelines set by both the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA) and the West Bengal Ground Water Resources Management Authority (WBGRMA). It entails, first evaluating the ability of the proposed site to yield water and secondly the effects that the exploitation will have on the surrounding environment. As part of the application, candidates need to provide technical reports and feasibility studies focused on the possibilities of ecologically safe methods of the extraction to ensure the sustainable use of the deposits and compliance with the requirements of the CGWA. In addition to this, it becomes mandatory to obtainNo Objection Certificate (NOC) as it provides full compliance of the legal aspects of use of water and efficient and sustainable utilization of ground water. The WBGRMA remains very crucial in assessing the Applications and thereafter determining if the commercial activities to be undertaken will not impair the future sustainability of the aquifer as well as adversely affect the natural balance. To be able to continue operating under a license, it is obligatory that the well is monitored and complies with the set and implemented groundwater rules of the state. Moreover, stakeholders are obliged to conduct concern screenings of the local populations in regard to the use of water where necessary.
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.
These areas reflect a mix of industrial and commercial establishments that rely on borewell systems for their water supply and operational needs:
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 from the Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA), 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
This has made it very crucial to have a water boring license that will help control and help in the management of the use of water resources. This pertains to the evaluation and submission of documents and compliance to the guidelines set by CGWA and WBGRMA. The legal formalities of the project and approvals have to be obtained apart from the technical reports to follow legal procedures and for environment clearance one has to apply for NOC. Some of the pros include control of water pumping, protection of the environment and the law attributes. It is mandatory to frequently check the license situation and renew the license, otherwise, penalties will be applied for violation of the authorized groundwater management.
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A water boring license means a license that is normally issued by the government and which enables those people, business entities or firms to drill wells with the intention of pumping water to be sold within the society. This license is required in West Bengal to ensure the correct utilization of the non-renewable resources of ground water and to protect the overdraft and the environment. It also helps in meeting certain parameters which are prescribed by the CGWA and the WBGRMA from time to time.
To get a water boring license in West Bengal one has to pay ₹ 25,000 to Professional Utilities. Other expenses may also be incurred for documentation, site survey, and installation of detectors.
West Bengal water boring license once issued is valid for two years from the date of issuance. To renew the license, one has to apply early enough for a renewal license at least ninety days to the expiry of the current license. This includes reconsidering compliance with the regulations on the flow of water in addition to use of documents that may have been created using prior data of the area.
Punishments that can be inflicted for violation of water boring regulations which include absence of NOC or absence of IoT-based Groundwater Monitoring System installation include hefty fines. Under the CGWA rules, the daily usage of groundwater without license is over 10 cubic meters, factors away around ₹2 lakhs and legal action can be taken.
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