#air pollution

National Green Tribunal holds that isolated stack emission spikes do not justify closure of industry; compliance with Consent to Operate and ambient standards prevails over speculative health claims.

NGT directs inquiry into illegal open burning of municipal waste in Bhopal, affirming statutory obligations under SWM Rules 2016 and Environment Protection Act, 1986.

NGT orders joint inspection and enforcement against unlawful construction activities violating Air, Water, Noise and Solid Waste Rules, affirming duty to protect public health.