Indokem faces closure order from MPCB over alleged environmental violations

Indokem Limited announced on November 17, 2025, that it has received a closure notice from the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB). The notice directs the company to shut down its manufacturing unit at Plot No. 128, Chikhloli MIDC, Ambernath, Dist. Thane, within 72 hours.

The closure order stems from alleged violations of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974, and the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981, along with related rules. The communication regarding this directive was received by company officers on November 17, 2025.

Indokem Limited maintains that its operations have consistently complied with all applicable environmental and statutory laws. The company is preparing to submit a formal representation to the MPCB to request the withdrawal of the closure order. The impact on financial, operational, or other activities is still being assessed.