BPCL Faces Environmental Penalty, Assures Business Continuity Amid CPCB Notice

Regulatory Action and Response

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has received a directive from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to deposit Rs 10 million as environmental compensation for non-compliance related to vapour recovery systems at fuel stations.

• The notice was issued under Section 5 of the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986

• CPCB cited delays in installing pollution control devices at petrol refuelling stations and terminals

• BPCL is currently seeking legal counsel to determine its next steps

Operational Impact and Company Stand

• BPCL has clarified that the penalty will not materially affect its financial or operational activities

• The company is preparing a formal response and has requested CPCB to reconsider the directive

• Vapour recovery systems are critical for curbing emissions of carcinogenic compounds like benzene
BPCL’s measured approach reflects its intent to comply while safeguarding business continuity.

Sources: Economic Times, Moneycontrol, Times of India