Pune: PMC Makes Pollution Board Clearance Mandatory For Marriage And Banquet Halls
Pune: PMC Makes Pollution Board Clearance Mandatory For Marriage And Banquet Halls
Pune, December 22, 2025: In a significant regulatory move, the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) has made it compulsory for all marriage halls, banquet halls, lawns and similar event venues in the city to obtain a no-objection certificate (NOC) from the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) for registration as well as annual licence renewal.
The decision was finalised following a joint review meeting between PMC and MPCB officials held on December 16, during which it emerged that several event venues were operating without mandatory environmental approvals. Based on the findings, the civic administration has issued formal instructions enforcing the new requirement.
As per MPCB regulations, marriage halls, lawns, clubhouses and banquet facilities must secure environmental consent under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, and the Hazardous Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 2003. These establishments are also required to strictly adhere to conditions related to noise control, sewage treatment and waste management.
PMC officials stated that no new licences or renewals will be granted unless a valid MPCB NOC is produced. Venues found operating without the required permissions or violating prescribed norms will face strict action.
According to civic data, over 200 marriage halls, lawns, clubhouses and banquet halls are currently registered with PMC, with licences renewed annually. Despite repeated public notices issued earlier by the pollution control board, several operators continued functioning without environmental clearance, leading to tighter enforcement through the municipal body.
Officials further noted that unregulated event venues often trigger complaints related to late-night noise, improper waste disposal and untreated sewage discharge, particularly in residential neighbourhoods. The latest directive aims to address these concerns and strengthen environmental compliance across the city.
