India, July 8 -- Clear encroachments, prevent sewage in Chandlai Lake: NGT

The National Green Tribunal, on July 3, 2026, came down heavily on state authorities, especially the Jaipur Development Authority (JDA) for failing in their duty to protect Chandlai Lake from encroachment and garbage dumping.

"It is surprising that all these State authorities were bound to do their duty sincerely and honestly and with due diligence to enforce the rule of law, failed to exercise the duties in taking action against these units which have been narrated by the State PCB," noted the bench of Justice Sheo Kumar Singh.

The counsel for JDA sought two weeks to file a reply. Considering the seriousness of the matter, the central bench of NGT directed the ...