Haryana has launched an online portal for brick kilns in non-NCR districts, making registration and reporting of paddy straw biomass pellet use mandatory to improve pollution monitoring and comply with CAQM norms.
Haryana Introduces E-Portal for Brick Kilns
The Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB) has launched an online monitoring portal for brick kilns in the state’s non-NCR districts, making it mandatory for kiln owners to register and report the procurement and use of paddy straw-based biomass pellets.
The move aims to strengthen compliance with the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) directives, promote cleaner fuel adoption and reduce air pollution caused by conventional fossil fuels and crop residue burning.
A notification regarding the new reporting system was issued by the HSPCB on Thursday.
Mandatory Registration and Procurement Reporting
Under the new guidelines, every brick kiln owner operating in Haryana’s non-NCR districts must register on the HSPCB’s online brick kiln portal.
The Board has directed kiln operators to upload details of every purchase of paddy straw-based biomass pellets immediately after procurement.
The information to be submitted includes:
- Purchase invoices
- Supplier details
- GST number
- Declared percentage of paddy straw used in the biomass pellets
The online system has been developed to enable continuous monitoring of biomass pellet procurement and consumption while ensuring transparent verification of compliance with pollution-control regulations.
Monthly Reporting Made Compulsory
In addition to procurement details, brick kiln owners will now be required to submit monthly reports through the online portal.
The reports must include:
- Number of bricks manufactured
- Total fuel consumed
- Quantity of coal used
- Quantity of conventional biomass consumed
- Quantity of paddy straw-based biomass pellets used
The HSPCB said the digital reporting mechanism will improve monitoring and facilitate timely verification of compliance with environmental norms.
Phased Biomass Co-Firing Targets
The initiative supports the implementation of CAQM Direction No. 92, which prescribes a phased increase in the use of paddy straw-based biomass pellets and briquettes in brick kilns.
The prescribed minimum co-firing targets are:
- 20% from November 1, 2025
- 30% from November 1, 2026
- 40% from November 1, 2027
- 50% from November 1, 2028
The phased adoption is intended to reduce emissions from brick kilns while discouraging the open burning of paddy straw, a major contributor to seasonal air pollution.
Regional Officers Directed to Ensure Compliance
The HSPCB has instructed all Regional Officers in Haryana’s non-NCR districts to circulate the notification among brick kiln owners, obtain acknowledgements within seven days and submit action-taken reports to the Board.
Confirming the development, Shakti Singh, Regional Officer, HSPCB, Hisar, said the initiative would strengthen monitoring of biomass pellet use and encourage cleaner fuel adoption in brick kilns.
He said the portal would require kiln owners to upload procurement details immediately after purchase, enabling authorities to verify the authenticity of biomass usage through invoices and supplier information.
Initiative to Reduce Air Pollution
The HSPCB stated that the directions have been issued under Section 31-A of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981.
The objective is to ensure effective implementation of the CAQM’s pollution-control measures by promoting the use of paddy straw-based biomass pellets as an alternative fuel, reducing dependence on conventional fuels and helping curb crop residue burning.
Key Takeaways
- Haryana has launched an online portal for brick kilns in non-NCR districts.
- Registration on the HSPCB portal is now mandatory for all brick kiln owners.
- Operators must upload procurement details of every purchase of paddy straw-based biomass pellets.
- Monthly reporting of fuel consumption and brick production has also been made compulsory.
- The initiative supports CAQM’s phased co-firing targets, which aim to achieve 50% biomass pellet use by November 2028.
- The move is intended to reduce emissions and discourage the open burning of paddy straw.
FAQs
Why has Haryana launched the online portal for brick kilns?
The portal has been introduced to monitor the procurement and use of paddy straw-based biomass pellets, ensure compliance with CAQM directions and strengthen pollution control measures.
Who must register on the portal?
All brick kiln owners operating in Haryana’s non-NCR districts are required to register and submit procurement and fuel usage details.
What information must brick kiln owners upload?
They must upload purchase invoices, supplier details, GST numbers and the declared percentage of paddy straw used in the biomass pellets, along with monthly reports on fuel consumption and brick production.
What are the CAQM co-firing targets?
Brick kilns must achieve minimum co-firing of paddy straw-based biomass pellets at 20% from November 1, 2025, 30% from November 1, 2026, 40% from November 1, 2027, and 50% from November 1, 2028.
Under which law have the directions been issued?
The HSPCB issued the directions under Section 31-A of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, to implement CAQM’s pollution-control directives effectively.
