Section 19 in Andhra Pradesh Water, Land And Trees Rules, 2004
19. Land use and water quality.
- The Authority may impose restrictions and prohibit any industry and carrying out of any process and operations in any area to protect water and soil quality in the area. The Authority shall provide opportunity to be heard to the affected parties before passing any order and shall record reasons in writing.Explanation. - Power to issue orders under this rule includes power to order for, -(i)Shifting and closure of industry: and(ii)prohibition or regulation of any process or operation.
