NGT seeks action plan to stop discharge of polluted water in Yamuna
5 years, 10 months ago

NGT seeks action plan to stop discharge of polluted water in Yamuna

Live Mint  

The National Green Tribunal has sought an action plan from a committee headed by CPCB to stop discharge of polluted water in the Yamuna river and prosecute the offenders. A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel directed various authorities -- Central Pollution Control Board, Delhi Pollution Control Committee, Delhi Jal Board, East Delhi Municipal Corporation, Noida and Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board -- to hold a joint meeting on the issue within a month. The tribunal was hearing a plea filed by Noida resident Abhisht Kusum Gupta against disposing of sewer waste in the irrigation canal near Sector 137 in the Gautam Buddh Nagar district. The tribunal had earlier directed the New Okhla Industrial Development Authority and the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board to submit report on dumping of waste in an irrigation canal.

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Forecast for 2023 Delhi floods was inaccurate as flow of Yamuna was marred by silt, muck: Centre to NGT
6 days, 15 hours ago

Forecast for 2023 Delhi floods was inaccurate as flow of Yamuna was marred by silt, muck: Centre to NGT

The Hindu  

The Central Water Commission’s forecast ahead of the 2023 floods in Delhi, the worst in the national capital’s history, was “not as accurate as expected”, the panel has said in a report to the National Green Tribunal. This was so, the CWC said in its January 4 report, because floodwaters could not flow freely along the Yamuna river stretch between …

NGT directs Bhor, Nasrapur local bodies to submit responses on river pollution
3 weeks ago

NGT directs Bhor, Nasrapur local bodies to submit responses on river pollution

Hindustan Times  

With the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board updating about river pollution and waste dumping in Shivganga River and Lendi Nullah flowing through Bhor and Nasarapur villages, the Western Bench of National Green Tribunal has directed the local bodies and Pune district collector to submit responses over the environmental issues. The bench after receiving the complaint asked MPCB to file their response …

Irrigation dept tells NGT: Will oversee all of Delhi’s key drains
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Irrigation dept tells NGT: Will oversee all of Delhi’s key drains

Hindustan Times  

The Irrigation and Flood Control department has informed the National Green Tribunal that it has taken over all 22 major drains that end up in the Yamuna, making it the sole agency which is now responsible for maintenance and clean-up of drains in the Capital. In its submission dated December 18, the department, part of the Delhi government, said the …

Delhi: NGT raps water board over dying Vasant Kunj pond
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Delhi: NGT raps water board over dying Vasant Kunj pond

Hindustan Times  

The National Green Tribunal rapped the Delhi Jal Board for failing to provide accurate information on a decentralised sewage treatment plant at Smriti Van in Vasant Kunj—set up to revive the “Macchli talab” pond—and cited the lack of coordination between the DJB and Delhi Development Authority as a key reason for the demise of the water body, which continues to …

NGT imposes ₹25 crore fine on MCD, DJB over Yamuna pollution
1 month, 3 weeks ago

NGT imposes ₹25 crore fine on MCD, DJB over Yamuna pollution

Hindustan Times  

The National Green Tribunal on Thursday imposed environmental compensation of ₹25.22 crore on each of the Municipal Corporation of Delhi and Delhi Jal Board for failing to check pollution of stormwater drains and subsequently, the Yamuna. The DJB was pulled up for connecting drains carrying sewage and polluted waste with stormwater ones, and not maintaining separate lines for the past …

Chandigarh: NGT committee to inspect Sukhna Choe on December 5 & 6
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Chandigarh: NGT committee to inspect Sukhna Choe on December 5 & 6

Hindustan Times  

A joint committee constituted by the National Green Tribunal will inspect Sukhna Choe on December 5 and 6 to address concerns about untreated water being discharged into the stream. In compliance with an NGT order dated July 11, 2024, a joint committee was formed, including former UT deputy commissioner Vinay Pratap Singh; Amit Gupta, SDM, Derabassi; Punjab representative of Mohali …

Sewage Treatment Plants Not Functioning Well, Releasing Raw Sewage In Yamuna: Delhi High Court
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Sewage Treatment Plants Not Functioning Well, Releasing Raw Sewage In Yamuna: Delhi High Court

Live Law  

The Delhi High Court has recently observed its prima facie view that the Sewage Treatment Plants in the national capital are not functioning as per required norms and are releasing raw sewage in Yamuna river. “The endeavour of the Court while passing the said order was to ensure readiness of the sewers and storm water drains to carry the rain …

Yamuna pollution: UP Jal Nigam replies to NGT's notice, says 'No financially independent'
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Yamuna pollution: UP Jal Nigam replies to NGT's notice, says 'No financially independent'

India TV News  

The Uttar Pradesh Jal Nigam submitted its reply to a show-cause notice issued by the National Green Tribunal for discharging untreated sewage in Yamuna River. Why prosecution may not be initiated against UP Jal Nigar, asks NGT Noting that the UP Jal Nigam was under statutory obligation to carry out functions relating to preparation, execution, promotion and financing schemes for …

Ganga pollution: After NGT’s rap, UP chalks out two-month plan for Mahakumbh
2 months ago

Ganga pollution: After NGT’s rap, UP chalks out two-month plan for Mahakumbh

Hindustan Times  

Reprimanded by the National Green Tribunal over pollution in the Ganga, the authorities in Uttar Pradesh have zeroed in on a two-month plan for the Mahakumbh-2025. Devotees offer prayers on the banks of holy river Ganga The key challenges include 34-untapped drains and the low level of water in the river. As the monsoon retreated from the state by the …

HC raps Delhi govt for failing to regulate waste emission into Yamuna
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2 months ago

HC raps Delhi govt for failing to regulate waste emission into Yamuna

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi The high court said that Delhi’s sewage treatment plants were not working at capacity. The Delhi high court on Tuesday reprimanded the Delhi government for failing to regulate the emission of sewage and industrial waste into the Yamuna, saying that its sewage treatment plants were not working at capacity. STPs are not working according to capacity and not …

HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials over waterlogging
2 months ago

HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials over waterlogging

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, The high court here on Tuesday asked the Delhi chief secretary to step in and take administrative action against erring officials responsible for not desilting drains in the city that led to waterlogging, instead of presenting a "rosy picture" before the court. HC pulls up Delhi govt over Yamuna pollution, asks CS to take action against erring officials …

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers Yamuna in Kalindi Kunj as pollution level remains high in river
2 months ago

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers Yamuna in Kalindi Kunj as pollution level remains high in river

Live Mint  

Delhi pollution: Toxic foam covers the Yamuna River in Kalindi Kunj, and pollution level remains high in the river. Hitting out at the AAP government over water pollution in Yamuna river, BJP National Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla on Sunday said,"The condition of the Yamuna River is still the same despite spending ₹7000 crores to clean it. Yamuna water pollution Yamuna is …

Water quality of Ganga in UP deteriorating due to discharge of sewage: NGT
2 months ago

Water quality of Ganga in UP deteriorating due to discharge of sewage: NGT

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The National Green Tribunal has observed that the water quality in the Ganga in Uttar Pradesh is deteriorating because of the discharge of sewage or sullage into the river. In an order dated November 6, a bench of NGT Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava said according to the report from Uttar Pradesh, there was a gap of 128 million …

Delhi’s pollution crisis needs evidence-based policy reform
2 months ago

Delhi’s pollution crisis needs evidence-based policy reform

New Indian Express  

The capital of the world’s largest democracy—Delhi—is grappling with a pollution crisis. With approximately 80 per cent of Delhi’s waste being generated by only about 20 per cent of the people, the city is finding itself in an increasingly challenging situation. For instance, the mechanised sweeping vans frequently seen on Delhi roads are largely ineffective due to several factors: uneven …

Greater Noida draws up plan to save Surajpur wetland from polluted discharge
3 months, 1 week ago

Greater Noida draws up plan to save Surajpur wetland from polluted discharge

Hindustan Times  

Taking cognizance of the constant water pollution at the Surajpur Wetland, the Greater Noida authority directed officials to undertake measures to clean up the site and prevent further pollution, said officials. The Greater Noida additional CEO directed immediate construction of a 700m long RCC drain to divert the wastewater from Ecotech 3 Sector and Police Lines into an existing drain …

Legacy waste: SC stays NGT order directing Punjab govt to pay over Rs 1,000 crore
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Legacy waste: SC stays NGT order directing Punjab govt to pay over Rs 1,000 crore

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Friday stayed an order of the National Green Tribunal, which had imposed over Rs 1,000 crore as environmental compensation on Punjab for failing to manage legacy waste and untreated sewage in the state. A bench comprising Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra issued notice to the Centre …

Pollution in Ganga: SC stays NGT order directing criminal prosecution of Uttarakhand government officials
4 months, 1 week ago

Pollution in Ganga: SC stays NGT order directing criminal prosecution of Uttarakhand government officials

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Friday stayed an order of the National Green Tribunal directing criminal prosecution and punitive action against Uttarakhand government officials for failure to prevent the discharge of untreated sewage into the Ganga. The National Green Tribunal on February 9 had deprecated the Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board for remaining a "silent spectator" and not taking proper action to …

NMCG nod to ₹50 crore sewerage project in Bulandshahr
4 months, 1 week ago

NMCG nod to ₹50 crore sewerage project in Bulandshahr

Hindustan Times  

The National Mission for Clean Ganga has approved a sewerage project in Gulaothi town of Bulandshahr district that will come up at an estimated cost of Rs. 265 crores approved by the NMCG in its 56th executive committee meeting held in New Delhi recently. The approved projects are pivotal to the improvement of the river’s ecosystem as these ensure minimized …

NGT unhappy over delay in addressing pollution of Edappally, Perandoor canals
4 months, 2 weeks ago

NGT unhappy over delay in addressing pollution of Edappally, Perandoor canals

The Hindu  

The National Green Tribunal has expressed dissatisfaction over the inordinate delay in taking remedial measures against the pollution of Edappally and Perandoor canals owing to unauthorised discharge of sewage into the waterbodies. The Southern Bench had taken suo motu notice of the report titled ‘Faecal contamination high in Perandoor, Edappally canals’ published in The Hindu on January 28, 2021. The …

NGT slams, fines DJB over Yamuna pollution
4 months, 3 weeks ago

NGT slams, fines DJB over Yamuna pollution

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal has rebuked the Delhi Jal Board and fined it for failing to appear in a case assessing the performance of Sewage Treatment Plants along the river Yamuna. The NGT has taken suo-motu cognizance of the matter, highlighting concerns over the pollution levels in the Yamuna and the efficiency of STPs managed by the DJB. …

NGT forms panel to probe encroachment of Najafgarh drain tributary
5 months, 1 week ago

NGT forms panel to probe encroachment of Najafgarh drain tributary

The Hindu  

The National Green Tribunal has formed a four-member committee to look into allegations of encroachment of a tributary of the Najafgarh drain in the national capital by land grabbers in “collusion” with officials. Apart from the South West Delhi District Magistrate, the panel will have a representative each of the Delhi Jal Board and Member Secretaries of the Central Pollution …

NGT slams agencies over choked Barapullah drain
5 months, 1 week ago

NGT slams agencies over choked Barapullah drain

Hindustan Times  

The National Green Tribunal has expressed disappointment over agencies not taking responsibility to desilt and dredge the Barapullah drain, stating a key segment of the drain was yet to be dredged even as it directed the Delhi chief secretary to convene a meeting of all agencies, fix responsibility and take action, according to documents seen by HT. MCD officials clear …

NGT takes dim view of agencies not desilting key Delhi drain
5 months, 1 week ago

NGT takes dim view of agencies not desilting key Delhi drain

Hindustan Times  

The National Green Tribunal has expressed disappointment over agencies not taking responsibility to desilt and dredge the Barapullah drain, stating a key segment of the drain was yet to be dredged even as it directed the Delhi chief secretary to convene a meeting of all agencies, fix responsibility and take action, according to documents seen by HT. NGT has been …

HT impact: NGT notice to Noida agencies over misuse of groundwater
5 months, 3 weeks ago

HT impact: NGT notice to Noida agencies over misuse of groundwater

Hindustan Times  

Taking suo motu cognizance of a Hindustan Times story published on June 11 this year, the National Green Tribunal issued notices to the Noida authority, the Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board and the Gautam Budh Nagar district magistrate asking them to file replies over the misuse of water resources in the district. The NGT, in its order, said the original …

NGT seeks Centre’s reply on waste dumping near AIIMS
5 months, 3 weeks ago

NGT seeks Centre’s reply on waste dumping near AIIMS

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal has sought response from the Centre, and others, over dumping of garbage on the road opposite to the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, Gate 6, leading to pollution in the surrounding areas. Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, judicial member Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi and expert member Dr A Senthil Vel of the …

L-G orders agencies to urgently clear clogged drains, remove encroachment
6 months ago

L-G orders agencies to urgently clear clogged drains, remove encroachment

New Indian Express  

NEW DELHI: L-G V K Saxena on Thursday chaired a meeting of the Delhi Disaster Management Authority and directed agencies to urgently carry out desilting of drains and removal of encroachment along the drains, Raj Niwas officials said. The L-G directed the Irrigation & Flood Control department, PWD, MCD, and NDMC to carry out extensive desilting of the drains, that …

Ensure Water Quality Of Rivers At Prayagraj Is Maintained For Pilgrims Of Kumbh Mela: NGT To State Authorities
6 months, 1 week ago

Ensure Water Quality Of Rivers At Prayagraj Is Maintained For Pilgrims Of Kumbh Mela: NGT To State Authorities

Live Law  

The principal bench of National Green Tribunal has directed the State authorities to ensure that water quality of Ganga-Yamuna rivers for pilgrims of Kumbh mela which is to be organized in 2024-25 at Uttar Pradesh's Prayraj is maintained to the level of drinking water quality.Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava, Justice Arun Kumar Tyagi and Dr. A. Senthil Vel while granting eight. …

Supreme Court Asks Yamuna River Board To Decide Delhi Govt's Plea For Additional Water; HP Govt Withdraws Statement On Surplus Water
7 months ago

Supreme Court Asks Yamuna River Board To Decide Delhi Govt's Plea For Additional Water; HP Govt Withdraws Statement On Surplus Water

Live Law  

The Supreme Court, disposed of the Delhi Government's plea seeking directions to the State of Haryana for immediate release of water to the crisis-hit national capital. While doing so, the Court directed the Delhi Government to approach the Upper Yamuna River Board, saying that the issue concerning the sharing of the Yamuna water between States is a complex and sensitive …

Noida authority dumping treated water into drains, alleges activist
7 months ago

Noida authority dumping treated water into drains, alleges activist

Hindustan Times  

NOIDA: A social activist in Uttar Pradesh has alleged that the Noida authority is dumping treated waste water into the drains instead of recycling it for irrigation purposes. The activist last week alleged that the treated water is wasted in place of getting reused, and precious ground water is being used for irrigation purposes in a misuse of the resource. …

Delhi drain survey still on, transfer to I&FC post monsoon
7 months ago

Delhi drain survey still on, transfer to I&FC post monsoon

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi: A survey of 22 major drains in Delhi that have an outfall in the Yamuna has missed its deadline and is still ongoing, officials aware of the matter said on Sunday. They said that the survey is part of a move to hand over all 22 drains to the irrigation and flood control department to improve their maintenance …

Delhi water crisis: Govt issues directives to stop wastage, Rs 2,000 fine for washing cars with hose
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Delhi water crisis: Govt issues directives to stop wastage, Rs 2,000 fine for washing cars with hose

India TV News  

Delhi water crisis: To address the water shortage in the capital city during the intense summer heat, the Delhi government has issued orders to prevent unnecessary water usage. Delhi Water Minister Atishi has issued directions to Delhi Jal Board CEO A Anbarasu to form 200 teams to monitor and reduce cases of water wastage. In a letter, Atishi said, "There …

Sewage discharge in stormwater drains: NGT slaps ₹15k fine on Ghaziabad municipal commissioner
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Sewage discharge in stormwater drains: NGT slaps ₹15k fine on Ghaziabad municipal commissioner

Hindustan Times  

Taking an adverse view of the stance taken by different Uttar Pradesh officials on the issue of sewage/effluent discharge into stormwater drains in Karkar Model in Sahibabad, the National Green Tribunal imposed a fine of ₹15,000 on the municipal commissioner of Ghaziabad for filing a “misleading response” before it. In its latest order on May 16, the tribunal observed that …

As Yamuna pollution makes headlines ahead of Chhath Puja, AAP repeats its old blame game
1 year, 1 month ago

As Yamuna pollution makes headlines ahead of Chhath Puja, AAP repeats its old blame game

Op India  

Blame is the weapon of the incompetent. A prime example of this is Delhi Education Minister Atishi’s statement blaming Uttar Pradesh for the alarming pollution in the Yamuna River. In the next two days, the toxic foam will completely vanish…But I would like to urge the Uttar Pradesh government to not send its polluted water to Delhi.” #WATCH | On …

NGT seeks report from Tamil Nadu, Kerala authorities on garbage dumping in Tirunelveli
1 year, 2 months ago

NGT seeks report from Tamil Nadu, Kerala authorities on garbage dumping in Tirunelveli

The Hindu  

The southern bench of the National Green Tribunal has directed authorities in Tamil Nadu and Kerala to file detailed reports on a recent incident of garbage being dumped in Nanguneri town in Tirunelveli. Based on a news report, the NGT has taken suo motu cognisance into ten tonnes of plastic, medical, and domestic waste from Kerala dumped at multiple locations …

NGT Seeks Response Of Authorities On Petition Filed Against Pollution In Varanasi’s Ganga
1 year, 4 months ago

NGT Seeks Response Of Authorities On Petition Filed Against Pollution In Varanasi’s Ganga

Live Law  

The principal bench of National Green Tribunal has issued notice to Commissioner, Municipal Corporation Varanasi and District Panchayat Raj Officer, Chandauli for filing the response for taking steps in pursuance to the recommendations made by the Committee for preventing pollution in the Ganga river in Varanasi.“Let Notice be issued to the Commissioner, Varanasi and District. The principal bench of National …

Will fresh spell of flood impact water supply in Delhi? AAP Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj's reply
1 year, 5 months ago

Will fresh spell of flood impact water supply in Delhi? AAP Minister Saurabh Bharadwaj's reply

India TV News  

AAP Minister and Delhi Jal Board Chairman Saurabh Bharadwaj on Sunday visited the Wazirabad water treatment plant amid anticipation of a fresh spell of flood in the wake of a surge in water level in Yamuna in Delhi. "The Delhi Jal Board has made embankments and reinforcement at vulnerable spots.Last time, water had seeped into the pumps and three water …

Not just Yamuna, backflow from dozens of drains flooded Delhi
1 year, 6 months ago

Not just Yamuna, backflow from dozens of drains flooded Delhi

Hindustan Times  

The road leading to ITO and Rajghat were among new parts of the city to go under waist-deep waters after drains that emptied into the Yamuna began flowing back on Friday, even as the swollen river itself began receding but only by fractions of a metre every hour. A man walks through a flooded alley at a residential colony, after …

Supreme Court stays order naming Delhi Lt Governor as head of Yamuna pollution panel
1 year, 6 months ago

Supreme Court stays order naming Delhi Lt Governor as head of Yamuna pollution panel

India Today  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday issued a partial stay on an order passed by the National Green Tribunal, which had appointed Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena as the head of a committee to tackle pollution in the Yamuna river. DELHI GOVT'S STAND The Aam Aadmi Party-led government in Delhi has challenged the 9 January order of the NGT, saying that …

Supreme Court stays appointment of Lieutenant Governor to chair Yamuna High-Level Committee
1 year, 6 months ago

Supreme Court stays appointment of Lieutenant Governor to chair Yamuna High-Level Committee

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on July 11 stayed a National Green Tribunal order of January 9 appointing the Lieutenant Governor as the chairperson of a High Level Committee to combat unabated pollution in river Yamuna. A three-judge Bench headed by Chief Justice of India D. Y. Chandrachud made it clear that its stay was applicable only to the extent of the …

NGT panel seeks action on sewage in south Delhi drains
1 year, 7 months ago

NGT panel seeks action on sewage in south Delhi drains

Hindustan Times  

Following complaints of sewage being discharged into a stormwater drain passing through the south Delhi neighbourhoods of Malviya Nagar and Greater Kailash, a National Green Tribunal appointed expert committee has informed the green court that it has carried out multiple inspections along the drain and directed agencies such as the Delhi Jal Board, the Public Works Department and the Municipal …

Delhi Government Moves Supreme Court Against NGT Order Appointing LG As Head Of Solid Waste Management Committee
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi Government Moves Supreme Court Against NGT Order Appointing LG As Head Of Solid Waste Management Committee

Live Law  

The Delhi Government has filed an appeal in the Supreme Court challenging the National Green Tribunal’s decision to appoint Lt. “The executive power for matters relating to local governance lies exclusively with the State Government under the Constitution, except to the extent limited by an express Parliamentary law,” the plea stated. It highlighted that “Public health, sanitation and Solid Waste …

Delhi govt. moves SC against NGT order forming L-G-led solid waste management panel
1 year, 7 months ago

Delhi govt. moves SC against NGT order forming L-G-led solid waste management panel

The Hindu  

Extending its face-off with Raj Niwas on environmental issues, the Delhi government has moved the Supreme Court challenging a National Green Tribunal order which formed a high-level committee on solid waste management headed by Lieutenant-Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena. The Aam Aadmi Party government had filed a similar plea in the apex court on May 24 against the NGT order in …

NGT Directs Joint Committee To Take Remedial Action Against Sewage Flow, Toxic Gases In Delhi’s Kaushal Drain
1 year, 7 months ago

NGT Directs Joint Committee To Take Remedial Action Against Sewage Flow, Toxic Gases In Delhi’s Kaushal Drain

Live Law  

The principal bench of National Green Tribunal has directed a joint Committee comprising CPCB,DPCC,Delhi Jal Board and Municipal Corporation of Delhi to resolve the issue of environmental degradation caused by sewage flow in Delhi's Kaushal Drain. The bench of Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel, Justice Sudhir Agarwal, Dr. A. Senthil Vel said that the committee “may look into the matter and …

Ludhiana: MC, PPCB directed to clear solid waste from undesignated sites
1 year, 8 months ago

Ludhiana: MC, PPCB directed to clear solid waste from undesignated sites

Hindustan Times  

With garbage dumped on undesignated sites across the city, including village ponds and other water bodies, remaining to be a major issue, the National Green Tribunal has directed the authorities to lift the waste from various locations and transport them to the designated waste processing sites. The NGT bench said that the joint committee is directed to verify facts and …

National Green Tribunal Forms Committee To File Action Taken Report On Environmental Degradation By Delhi’s 200 Parks, Green Areas
1 year, 8 months ago

National Green Tribunal Forms Committee To File Action Taken Report On Environmental Degradation By Delhi’s 200 Parks, Green Areas

Live Law  

The National Green Tribunal has constituted a Joint Committee to file factual action taken report on application filed raising concerns over environmental degradation caused by 200 parks and green areas in Village Bijwasan and Bhartal, New Delhi. The bench of Justice Sudhir Agarwa and Dr. Senthil Vel opined that, “a substantial question relating to environment due to implementation of Scheduled …

Delhi LG sets June 30 deadline for cleaning up Yamuna’s ghats
1 year, 8 months ago

Delhi LG sets June 30 deadline for cleaning up Yamuna’s ghats

Hindustan Times  

Delhi lieutenant governor VK Saxena took a motorboat ride through the 11-km stretch of the Yamuna River on Sunday and inspected the cleaning works at significant points such as Garhi Mandu, ISBT, Loha Pul, and Asita West, which are being carried out under the first phase of the river’s cleaning operation, which is being monitored by a high-level committee formed …

NGT Directs UP Chief Secretary To Take Action Against Ganga Pollution And Hold Erring Officers Accountable
1 year, 8 months ago

NGT Directs UP Chief Secretary To Take Action Against Ganga Pollution And Hold Erring Officers Accountable

Live Law  

The principal bench of National Green Tribunal has directed the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh to ensure remedial action against pollution in Ganga and fix responsibility of erring officers. The bench of Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel, Justice Sudhir Agarwal, Dr. A Senthil Vel and Dr.Afroz Ahmad said that, “An action taken report dated 09.02.2023 has now been filed which shows …

NGT Directs Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary To Take Action Against Yamuna River Pollution In Agra
1 year, 9 months ago

NGT Directs Uttar Pradesh Chief Secretary To Take Action Against Yamuna River Pollution In Agra

Live Law  

On Tuesday, The principal bench of National Green Tribunal has directed the Chief Secretary of Uttar Pradesh, in coordination with other concerned authorities in the State, to take remedial action regarding the discharge of pollution in the Yamuna River at Agra. The Tribunal considered the issue of solid and liquid waste management compliance in Uttar Pradesh, as per orders of …

Delhi government prepares 5-point action plan to clean Yamuna by 2025
1 year, 9 months ago

Delhi government prepares 5-point action plan to clean Yamuna by 2025

India Today  

The Delhi government has prepared a five-point action plan to clear the main drains of the city and ensure only treated water flows into the Yamuna. According to the plan, in-situ treatment zones will be created at 10 different places in Najafgarh, Supplementary, and Shahdara drains. Delhi’s water minister, Saurabh Bhardwaj, said that last year as a pilot project, weirs …

Arvind Kejriwal govt spent over Rs 6,800 cr to clean Delhi stretch of Yamuna: Report
1 year, 9 months ago

Arvind Kejriwal govt spent over Rs 6,800 cr to clean Delhi stretch of Yamuna: Report

Op India  

In a recent reply to a question asked in the Delhi Assembly, the Environment Department of the Delhi Government led by Arvind Kejriwal’s Aam Aadmi Party revealed that it has spent around Rs 6,856.91 crores in five years, from 2017 to 2021. Despite over a thousand crores spent on cleaning the river every year, Delhi Pollution Control Committee reports suggest …

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