Mercedes’ Pune facility doesn't meet environmental standards, alleges MPCB

The manufacturer says it has not received any formal notice from MPCB describing the claimed violations.

Published on Aug 26, 2024 11:07:00 AM

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The Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) has alleged that Mercedes-Benz India is not in compliance with environmental standards at its manufacturing facility in Chakan, Pune. In response, the luxury carmaker stated that it has not received any formal notice from MPCB describing the claimed violations, but is ready to take any "corrective action" if required.

  1. MPCB alleges Mercedes' Pune plant violated pollution control guidelines
  2. Mercedes India says no formal notice received from the board yet

In a statement, MPCB said it came across the alleged violations during an inspection of the facility on Friday. "During a routine inspection conducted on August 23, 2024, it was discovered that the Mercedes Benz assembly plant in Chakan, Pune, is not adhering to the pollution control guidelines set by the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). The board has instructed its regional officer to take immediate action to ensure that the assembly plant complies with all MPCB guidelines, adding that it will seek a comprehensive review of the plant's operations and the implementation of necessary corrective measures."

As an immediate measure, MPCB has "forfeited" Mercedes-Benz India’s bank guarantee of Rs 25 lakh. The board also said that, as a leader in automotive innovation, Mercedes Benz is expected to set an example in sustainable production practices. It added that the current non-compliance with environmental standards is a significant concern and a deviation from what is expected from a brand of such stature.
 
"The company sets the high priority to adhere to the most stringent global standards in production quality to uphold high environment and sustainability practices and to comply with mandatory regulations and requirements," Mercedes-Benz India stated in response to the allegations.
 
"We have not received any written notice or formal request from MPCB describing the claimed violations. We are ready to cooperate with the authorities and present all the required processes and documentation, and take any corrective actions if required," the carmaker added.

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