Supreme Court of India reviews public interest litigation on illegal constructions on river floodplains and catchments.

The Supreme Court of India is set to review a public interest litigation concerning illegal constructions on river floodplains and catchments, which the petition claims are a major cause of flooding and a threat to water security. The court has requested responses from relevant government ministries and regulatory bodies within three weeks. The petition also calls for the enforcement of existing regulations to protect these vital areas from encroachment.

October 14, 2024
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