National Green Tribunal: Some Landmark Judgments
The National Green Tribunal (NGT), established under the NGT Act, 2010, is a specialized judicial body for the expeditious disposal of environmental cases. It provides effective and accessible justice on matters relating to the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986, Air Act, 1981, Water Act, 1974, and the Forest Conservation Act, 1980.
Recent Judgments
- Reappraisal of District-level ECs (October 2024): In Noble M. Paikada vs. Union of India, the NGT directed the reappraisal of environmental clearances (ECs) granted at the district level for mining leases by the State Environment Impact Assessment Authority (SEIAA).
- Cancellation of EC for Power Plant (January 2024): The ....
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