Chandigarh, Feb. 7 -- The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has adopted a stern stance on the ongoing environmental degradation caused by construction activities on the periphery of Chandigarh.
Expressing deep concern over the ecological impact, the tribunal observed a significant lack of accountability among the concerned officials and has formally demanded an explanation for their perceived negligence. The case is now scheduled for its next high-profile hearing on April 9.
A bench comprising Chairperson Justice Prakash Shrivastava and Expert Member Dr A. Senthil Vel highlighted the gravity of the situation while presiding over petitions filed by the Council of Engineers and other stakeholders. The tribunal noted that despite persistent cons...