Environmentally Sound Management of Polychlorinated Biphenyls in India

Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) are a family of synthetic chlorinated hydrocarbon compounds of concern having properties and characteristics similar to those of persistent organic compounds and therefore, are listed under the Stockholm Convention for its elimination and ultimate disposal. This commentary discusses environmental sound management of PCBs in India including identification of gaps in implementation of the provisions laid down in the Stockholm Convention and highlights action plan for their sound management.