Justice Vikram Nath emphasized the urgent need for stricter pollution regulations and investments in clean technologies during the National Conference on Environment 2025. He articulated concerns over high pollution levels affecting children’s health in New Delhi, called for collective action, and underlined the judiciary’s role in promoting environmental rights and sustainable development.
Today, On 30th January, The Supreme Court ordered the formation of a panel led by a retired judge to ensure a clean environment in Vellore. The directive came in response to the illegal discharge of untreated effluents by tanneries into the Palar river in Tamil Nadu. The court emphasized the need for stringent measures to address environmental pollution.
Today, On 20th September, the Supreme Court stayed an NGT order requiring Punjab to pay over Rs 1,000 crore for legacy waste management. The court issued notices to the Centre and the CPCB following Punjab’s appeal against the NGT ruling, emphasizing the state’s ongoing non-compliance with environmental laws and the pressing issue of legacy waste management.