The Battery Waste Management (Amendment) Rules, 2023, take effect upon their publication in the Official Gazette. These regulations aim to improve the handling and disposal of battery waste across the nation.

• The Battery Waste Management (Amendment) Rules of 2023 aim to enhance the management of battery waste.

• These regulations will come into effect upon their publication in the Official Gazette

• Changes in the Battery Waste Management Rules of 2022 include the redefinition of 'Battery' and expanded producer responsibilities.

• Rule 4 mandates that Producers must manage waste batteries and register accordingly.

• Producers are required to annually report, implement sustainable production practices, and achieve recycling targets.

• Entities involved in battery refurbishment must report the weight of waste batteries as per Rule 8.

• Rule 9 stipulates that recyclers engage only with registered entities.

• Rule 10 introduces Extended Producer Responsibility certificates and establishes trading platforms.

• Rule 11 simplifies registration procedures and enhances information sharing.

• Rule 14 allows for flexibility in return filing timelines.

• Rule 15 requires Committee meetings and comprehensive reporting.

• Schedule I and Schedule II outline specific compliance requirements and targets.

• Form formats are updated to align with the amended rules.

• These amendments are designed to improve battery waste management, recycling practices, and compliance, with clear responsibilities for stakeholders and transparent reporting.

Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)

Parivesh Bhawan, CBD-cum-Office Complex East Arjun

Nagar, DELHI - 110 032, INDIA

Extension Date :31st March 2025