Environment Protection Development Council-EPDC

Visitors are hereby advised to carefully read and understand the following terms and conditions governing access to and use of the EPDC India website and its associated digital platforms. By accessing this website, users agree to comply with and be bound by these terms.

Access to any content, services (free or paid), or features offered through this portal—whether directly by EPDC India or through its affiliates, partners, agents, franchisees, or service providers—is strictly subject to acceptance of these terms.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU ARE ADVISED NOT TO ACCESS OR USE THIS WEBSITE OR REGISTER FOR ANY SERVICES OFFERED HEREIN.

This Terms of Use Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between the user (hereinafter referred to as "Visitor" or "Subscriber") and Environment Protection and Development Council (EPDC India), the sole owner and operator of the website www.epdcindia.com.

EPDC India reserves the right to update, modify, or amend these terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any such changes.

Access to the Site is permitted only upon full understanding and acceptance of these terms and conditions.

1. Use and Access:

1. This website is primarily intended to disseminate news, updates, educational content, and initiatives relating to environmental protection, social awareness, and public development.
2. The services offered by EPDC India and/or its affiliates, partners, advertisers, franchisees, agents, or associates may be accessed and used by any individual or organization, regardless of region, religion, caste, creed, language, community, gender, or location, subject to the terms and conditions outlined herein.
3. All visitors, users, or subscribers must be legal adults (as per the applicable law in their jurisdiction) and must be competent to enter into legally binding agreements.
4. By accessing this site, users submit to the laws of India and agree to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
5. Users agree to accept any modifications, updates, deletions, or additions made to the website's content, structure, layout, design, features, or advertisements by EPDC India without prior notice.

2. Cancellation or Suspension of Access:

1. EPDC India reserves the right to restrict or cancel user access to the platform at any time, without prior notice, and without obligation to provide justification.
2. User access may be immediately suspended or permanently revoked in the event of:
   • Uploading or sharing abusive, vulgar, obscene, or illegal content
   • Attempting unauthorized access to the system or other users’ data
   • Engaging in behavior that violates laws, policies, or community standards
3. Users found violating the terms shall be solely responsible for any legal consequences and may be held liable for damages or costs incurred by EPDC India or other affected parties.

3. Termination of Agreement:

1. This agreement may be terminated by either party at any time, without prior notice.
2. Upon termination, user access and data may be revoked or deleted as per retention policies.
3. EPDC India reserves the right to take legal action in case of misuse.

4. Schemes:

EPDC may launch awareness or benefit-based campaigns. Users must follow specific scheme rules. EPDC reserves the right to modify or cancel these schemes at any time.

5. Comments:

• Must be respectful and constructive.
• No hate speech, defamation, or foul language.
• EPDC may remove or disable comments at its discretion.

6. Ownership:

• All content is the property of EPDC India.
• EPDC may change design, features, or structure without notice.
• Users must accept updates or transitions.

7. User Responsibility:

• Maintain account confidentiality.
• All activity through your account is your responsibility.
• No illegal or unauthorized use.

8. Third-Party Links:

• EPDC is not responsible for content or actions of linked sites.
• Users should verify policies of third-party sites.

9. Limitation of Liability:

EPDC is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages from the platform’s use.

10. Privacy and Data Security:

• Personal data is protected and used as per our Privacy Policy.
• EPDC uses industry-standard security measures.
• Report any suspected breaches immediately.

11. Advertisements and Third-Party Links:

• EPDC may host ads or reference third-party content without endorsing them.
• Review external policies independently.

12. Donations and Fundraising Campaigns:

• Contributions are voluntary and non-refundable unless specified.
• Use only official donation channels.

13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction:

All disputes fall under the laws of India and the jurisdiction of Hyderabad, Telangana.

14. Modification of Terms:

EPDC reserves the right to revise these terms at any time. Continued use implies acceptance.

Last Updated: June 7, 2025