India, Feb. 5 -- The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered the constitution of a joint committee to probe into allegations of illegal tree felling in Chhatarpur area.

The allegations by a local resident mentioned that "large-scale illegal tree felling" was carried out at Manchanda Farm, falling under khasra 101, 102, 103 and 60, located in Ambedkar Colony in Chhatarpur, and the "trees were cut during night hours in violation of the Delhi Preservation of Trees Act, 1994.

It was further alleged that despite a restraint order dated October 30, 2025, passed by the South Forest Division, the illegal activity continued.

Taking note of photographic evidence placed on record, the tribunal ordered constitution of a joint committee, comprisi...