NGT holds that compensation for firecracker factory blast victims must follow Sarla Verma framework, with remaining dues to be paid promptly and disputes referable to civil courts.
NGT takes suo motu cognizance of illegal sand mining in Chhattisgarh's Kharun river, directing joint committee probe and strict enforcement of environmental norms.
NGT holds that mere submission of DPRs and tender processes does not constitute compliance with Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016; requires demonstrable progress and recovery of environmental compensation.
NGT dismisses generic petition on mass tree felling in Bolangir, holding that environmental litigation demands specific, substantiated allegations-not general grievances.
National Green Tribunal holds that public authorities cannot remain passive toward encroachments on wetlands; custodianship of state land imposes non-delegable duty to act.
National Green Tribunal holds that cutting electricity to enforce environmental compliance is arbitrary unless proportionate and necessary; mandates operational continuity for compliance.
National Green Tribunal initiates suo moto proceedings based on newspaper report of explosive detonations near schools, directing a fact-finding committee to assess environmental and public safety risks.
Supreme Court holds that NGT may use project cost or turnover to quantify environmental compensation under polluter pays principle, provided it is rational and reasoned.
National Green Tribunal mandates independent verification of environmental compliance and direct action by District Magistrate and SP against illegal mining under SSMG and EMGSM.
NGT holds that tourism infrastructure on Champak Lake violates Wetland (Conservation and Management) Rules, 2017; directs joint committee to assess ecological damage and enforce compliance.
National Green Tribunal directs authorities to account for night-time river sand mining during GRAP-III/IV and enforce environmental compliance under the Environment Protection Act.