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Illegal brick kilns in Mathura

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) May 6, 2024 directed the chairman of Uttar Pradesh Pollution Control Board (UPPCB) to look into allegations of illegal brick kilns operating in Mathura district.

UPPCB was directed to take action against brick kilns running illegally in violation of environmental norms, without consent to operate and despite closure order. It should file a detailed report a week before the next date of hearing August 20, 2024, the order added.

The brick kilns are operating in a densely populated area (between the National Capital Region and Taj Trapezium Zone) an...