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23, March 2026

Ceremonial Session Dedicated to World Meteorology Day

Today, Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body, participated in a ceremonial session dedicated to World Meteorology Day, as well as the professional days of foresters, hydrologists, and meteorologists in the Republic of Armenia.In his speech, Mr. Martirosyan emphasized the role of meteorological services in environmental protection, mitigating the consequences of climate change, and ensuring public safety. He highlighted that accurate weather foreca

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22, March 2026

March 22 – World Water Day

On March 22, 1993, the United Nations General Assembly declared World Water Day, dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of freshwater resources.Water is a vital and irreplaceable resource essential for human life, public health, and maintaining environmental balance.The sustainable use and effective management of water resources form the foundation of a country’s ecological security.On this occasion, we call upon all businesses and citizens to demonstrate responsible behavior

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21, March 2026

March 21 – International Day of Forests

Nature Has No Borders – Nor Do Our ResponsibilitiesToday, the world marks the International Day of Forests. Forests are the “lungs” of our planet, playing a vital role in preserving biodiversity, regulating the climate, and protecting soil resources.The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body has adopted an innovative approach in the oversight of forest areas. The continuous introduction of modern tools and technologies contributes to the detection of concealed viol

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19, March 2026

Working Meeting Focused on Addressing Environmental Issues in Ararat Region

Deputy Heads of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, Vrej Galoyan and Levon Levonyan, met with the Governor of Ararat Region, Sedrak Tevonyan. The meeting was attended by heads of criminal and community police units of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, rescue service representatives, heads of consolidated communities, representatives of water user companies, the “Khosrov Forest” State Reserve SNCO, and sectoral officials.The main purpose

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17, March 2026

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan Presents Award

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan presented an award to Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, and Vahan Grigoryan, Head of the Subsoil Supervision Department.The award was granted within the framework of the 3rd Public Sector Innovation Forum organized by the UNDP Armenia SDG Innovation Lab, in recognition of winning in the category “Innovation Driven by Technological Solutions.”In detail: https://www.primemini

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16, March 2026

Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body Meets with YSU Students

Hovhannes Martirosyan, Head of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, delivered a lecture at the Environmental Law Center of Yerevan State University.During the lecture, the Head of the Inspection Body presented to undergraduate and graduate students of the Faculty of Law the specifics of inspection oversight, mechanisms for preventing violations, the importance of strengthening environmental law, and the need to improve the regulatory legal framework

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15, March 2026

“Veolia Djur” to Be Fined for Pollution of the Hrazdan River

Based on a video published on March 14, 2026, by SHAMSHYAN.com titled “Wastewater from a sewer passing near ‘Argel HPP’ flows into the Hrazdan River,” administrative proceedings have been initiated by the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia.It was established that on March 12, 2026, in the area of 12th to 15th streets of Argel village, Nor Hachn community, Kotayk Region, employees of “Veolia Djur” company opened a dis

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11, March 2026

The Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body Seized Hunting Guns and 159 Illegally Hunted Quails

During intensified around-the-clock anti-poaching operations conducted across the Republic of Armenia from March 1 to 10, 2026, staff of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body recorded several cases of illegal hunting.During the hunting ban and the migration period of the Common Quail, in areas adjacent to Shenik community, Armavir Region, citizen V.A. illegally hunted 53 quails using a 12-gauge hunting rifle “MR 155”.In areas near Yegvard, Kotayk Region, citizen P.H

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09, March 2026

Business Operators Rectified Violations and Suspensions Have Been Lifted. EPMIB

As a result of oversight activities by the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, several business operators have rectified identified violations and obtained the necessary permits.In November 2025, the operation of the crushing-sorting plant of “Zepyur-Yerek” LLC at the lithoid pumice quarry in Jraber, Kotayk Region, was suspended due to the lack of a permit for harmful emissions into the atmosphere.In July 2025, the unauthorized use of a dee

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06, March 2026

Awareness-Raising Activities in Armavir Region by the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body

Deputy Heads of the Environmental Protection and Mining Inspection Body of the Republic of Armenia, V. Galoyan and L. Levonyan, visited Armavir Region and met with Governor Vahram Khachatryan, representatives of the regional police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, rescue services, heads of consolidated communities, and sectoral officials.During the meeting, a number of agenda items were discussed, including air pollution, prevention of burning of crop residues and plant waste, measures to pr

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