India, May 27 -- The NGT directed the Municipal Corporation, Lucknow, to take over five ponds within the Omaxe City project and ensure their cleaning, rejuvenation and maintenance.

The West Bengal State Wetlands Authority told the NGT that Kolkata Municipal Corporation had failed to act on repeated requests to clear encroachments from the Ukil Bheri waterbody.

In Meghalaya, the State Pollution Control Board recommended vegetative slope stabilisation near the Wah Lwu stream to prevent erosion and siltation.

The cases highlight continuing concerns around urban waterbodies, encroachments and environmental compliance across states.

Pond rejuvenation in Lucknow

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on May 26, 2026 directed the Municipal Corpo...