Today, On 17th November, The Supreme Court has ordered Uttarakhand to repair the ecological damage caused in the Corbett Tiger Reserve and remove all illegal constructions. The Court said the State must take full responsibility for restoring the reserve and preventing further harm.
Today, On 16th January, The Supreme Court of India suggested creating a uniform policy to manage tiger reserves across the country. This would help standardize conservation efforts and protect tiger habitats more effectively. The Court stressed the importance of consistent management to improve tiger conservation. Such a policy would ensure better protection of these important ecological areas.
The Uttarakhand Forest Department removed Rahul as Director of Rajaji Tiger Reserve, following the Chief Minister’s directives. The Supreme Court was informed, leading to the dismissal of a related petition. Rahul was reassigned as Chief Forest Conservator. The decision stemmed from concerns about his previous removal from Corbett Tiger Reserve due to illegal tree felling allegations.
Today, On 3rd September, The Supreme Court criticized Uttarakhand’s Chief Minister for appointing an officer with a controversial past as the Director of Rajaji Tiger Reserve. They emphasized the importance of upholding the integrity of public office and expressed concerns over the lack of transparency in the appointment process. The court’s remarks were in response to a report by the Central Empowered Committee.
The Supreme Court Today admonished former Uttarakhand forest minister Rawat and ex-divisional forest officer for permitting illegal construction and tree felling in Corbett tiger reserve. The court criticized their blatant disregard for environmental laws and instructed the CBI to provide a status report on the investigation within three months. Additionally, a committee will evaluate the feasibility of tiger safaris in India’s national parks’ buffer zones. The Enforcement Directorate has conducted raids as part of the investigation.
