Tribunal Demands Action Report from JPCB, East Singhbhum DC by January 8
Key Points:
- NGT directs officials to extinguish fire at Sonari dump immediately
- MLA Saryu Roy highlights authorities’ inaction on previous orders
- Officials must submit personal affidavits on steps taken
RANCHI – NGT orders swift action on Sonari’s burning garbage dump amid rising pollution concerns.
The tribunal set January 8 hearing date.
JPCB must submit detailed action report.
Meanwhile, the dump continues to pollute surroundings.
“The situation grows increasingly concerning,” states a local environmental expert.
Legal Proceedings
NGT’s Kolkata bench will review progress.
Amit Sthalekar heads the tribunal panel.
The case stems from K.S. Upadhyay’s petition.
Dr. Arun Verma joins the bench.
Previous Developments
Earlier NGT order remains unimplemented.
MLA Roy supported Upadhyay’s petition.
The dump size keeps increasing.
Authorities face criticism for inaction.
Evidence Presentation
Roy submitted photographic evidence.
Local media reports support claims.
The pollution affects nearby residents.
Officials must explain their response.
