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NGT Issues Notices for Illegal Construction in Rohini Green Belt

Sure! Here’s a rewritten version of the content: NEW DELHI: The National Green Tribunal has issued notices to the Delhi Pollution Control Committee, DDA, and other relevant agencies concerning a complaint about unauthorized construction in a green belt located in Rohini’s Sector 16. The tribunal mandated that the respondents comply with the 2021 Master Plan and the Environment (Protection) Act of 1986, instructing that both preventive and punitive measures be implemented within one month. The NGT is reviewing a petition from activist Varun Gulati, who alleges encroachment and illegal building activities on a designated green area in Block-D, Pocket-1, Sector-16,…

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Delhi HC forms panel to accelerate industrial redevelopment and reduce Yamuna pollution.

NEW DELHI: The Delhi High Court has formed a three-member committee to expedite redevelopment initiatives for industrial regions and ensure effective treatment of wastewater flowing into the Yamuna River. This action follows the court’s concerns about the ongoing pollution issues, particularly the delays by agencies responsible for managing industrial waste. The committee will include delegates from key organizations, namely the Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC), Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC), and Delhi Jal Board (DJB). During the hearings, the court criticized the government’s inaction and warned of potential adverse rulings against responsible agencies. Last month, senior officials…

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₹2.36 Crore in Fines; 48 Construction Sites Shut in Delhi

NEW DELHI: The government of Delhi has levied fines amounting to Rs 2.36 crore, issued over 200 show-cause notices, and ordered the closure of 48 construction sites for breaching dust-control regulations in the last month. Environment Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa stated that this decisive action, supported by real-time monitoring and ongoing inspections, illustrates the government’s commitment to tackling pollution through “measurable, science-based enforcement instead of empty promises,” according to an official statement. The Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) has ramped up its anti-dust campaign since October 15, inspecting 1,262 construction sites exceeding 500 sqm. In a move to enhance oversight,…