Disposed
Jaismer Kumar vs
NGTOriginal Application No. 1026/2024
Case brief
AI extract
What is this about?
The applicant alleged that the Sarpanch encroached on pond land, dug soil for a factory, and sold trees without auction, causing environmental damage. The National Green Tribunal invoked suo-moto jurisdiction under the NGT Act to refer the matter to District Authorities and directed the constitution of a Joint Committee to verify facts within two months.
What did the court decide?
Constitution of a Joint Committee comprising District Magistrate, Haryana State Pollution Control Board, and Divisional Forest Officer to verify facts and take action within two months.