ENA Sectors 2017-03-08 09:16:53 <p><strong>New Delhi, Mar 8 (KNN)</strong> In a move that would improve ease of doing business environment in the country, the web portal for obtaining Coastal Regulation Zone clearances has been launched.</p> <p>The portal is a web-based system for obtaining clearances required from the Ministry under the Coastal Regulation Zone (CRZ) by the Project proponents. </p> <p>The system will enable the Project proponents and the concerned State/Union Territory bodies like the State Coastal Zone Management Authorities (SCZMAs) and Municipal/Town Planning agencies in tracking the status of their proposals. </p> <p>The system is based on web architecture, similar to the existing systems in place for according environmental and forest clearances.</p> <p>The Portal is a very user-friendly initiative, which enables submission of applications for CRZ clearance in a single-window interface and facilitates quick flow of information related to CRZ clearances. The portal allocates a unique identity for each proposal for all future references. It is accessible from any computer with internet facility.</p> <p>The objectives of the web portal include enhancing efficiency, transparency and accountability in the process of CRZ clearances; enhance responsiveness through workflows and availability of real-time information on the status of CRZ clearance proposals; ease of business and convenience of citizens in accessing information and services; standardised procedures and processes across Central and State levels.</p> <p>There are other initiatives underway, like the notification of High Tide Line/Low Tide Line (HTL/LTL), ecologically sensitive areas falling under CRZ-1, hazard line etc. All these steps are aimed at minimising discretions and enhancing accountability at all levels.</p> <p> The Minister of State (Independent Charge) of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Anil Madhav Dave, launched the web portal.</p> 16590 http://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/web-portal-for-obtaining-crz-clearances-launched 2017-03-08 09:16:53 knnindia.co.in