#Water Body Protection

The National Green Tribunal has mandated that all petrol retail outlets must be situated at least 50 metres away from irrigation canals to prevent contamination of water sources and protect agricultural livelihoods. This ruling enforces the Central Pollution Control Board’s environmental siting standards and sets a binding precedent for state authorities issuing NOCs near water bodies.

Madras HC disposed of a writ petition as moot after encroachments on a public road and water body were removed, emphasizing that authorities must proactively prevent future encroachments. The ruling reinforces administrative compliance under environmental and public land protection laws, setting a precedent for similar cases.

NGT directs immediate removal of encroachments on Dhrarmo Talab and Fateh Sagar water bodies in Bhilwara, emphasizing compliance with environmental norms and revenue laws.