India, Dec. 23 -- The National Green Tribunal has sought responses from authorities over the alleged destruction of centuries-old ponds in Fatehpur, Uttar Pradesh.

In a separate matter, the tribunal reviewed compliance and enforcement actions related to illegal mining near Rajasthan's Khari river.

The NGT also took up concerns over the transfer of thousands of acres of fertile agricultural land for a solar manufacturing project in Andhra Pradesh, citing livelihood risks.

Missing waterbodies in Fatehpur

The National Green Tribunal (NGT), on December 22, 2025, directed the Uttar Pradesh State Wetland Authority to submit its response to allegations regarding the destruction of waterbodies and ponds in Fatehpur district.

Others directed ...