"Be the Change" initiative, are also critical for achieving water sustainability goals like SDG 6. Key Legislation in IndiaThe Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974:- This foundational law was enacted to provide for the prevention and control of water pollution, ensuring the "wholesomeness of water". It established the institutional framework for water quality management by creating the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs). Establishment of Pollution Control Boards:- The Act gave power to these boards to monitor water quality, set effluent standards for polluting industries, and prevent their discharge of untreated waste. Industries must obtain consent from SPCBs before discharging sewage or effluent into water bodies.

  Act for water sustainability" refers primarily to The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, a key Indian legislation that established Central and State Pollution Control Boards to prevent and control water pollution by setting standards and requiring industries to obtain consent to discharge wastewater.
   Recent amendments and related acts, like the Water Cess Act, 1977, aim to strengthen water management and pollution control further by introducing penalties and providing funding for water boards. Beyond these laws, general public actions, such as those promoted by the UN's "Be the Change" initiative, are also critical for achieving water sustainability goals like SDG 6.  
Key Legislation in India
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974:-
  This foundational law was enacted to provide for the prevention and control of water pollution, ensuring the "wholesomeness of water". It established the institutional framework for water quality management by creating the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs). 
Establishment of Pollution Control Boards:-
 The Act gave power to these boards to monitor water quality, set effluent standards for polluting industries, and prevent their discharge of untreated waste. Industries must obtain consent from SPCBs before discharging sewage or effluent into water bodies. 
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Cess Act, 1977:-
 This act complements the 1974 Act by providing for the levy and collection of a "cess" (tax) on water consumed by industries and local authorities. The purpose is to augment the resources of the pollution control boards to fund their water pollution prevention and control activities. 
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Amendment Bill, 2024:-
 This proposed amendment seeks to update the 1974 Act by, for example, decriminalizing certain violations and imposing penalties instead. It also allows for greater flexibility in granting consent to industries and introduces guidelines for their issuance and cancellation. 
Actions for Water Sustainability
Regulatory Compliance:-
 Businesses and individuals must adhere to these laws by obtaining necessary consents, complying with effluent standards, and paying water cess where applicable. 
Public Participation:-
The United Nations' "Be the Change" initiative encourages all individuals to take actions, both individually and collectively, to promote water and sanitation for all, which is central to SDG 6. 
Sustainable Practices:-
Implementing innovative solutions and adopting water-conscious practices helps ensure water security and environmental responsibility. 
Recent data from 2025 places India among the most polluted countries globally and highlights New Delhi as the most polluted capital city worldwide. Key causes include vehicle emissions, industrial output, thermal power plants, and agricultural burning, leading to over 2 million premature deaths annually and a significant economic burden, despite the country's efforts in air quality management.  

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