Hey there, Pune peeps! It looks like the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) is getting serious about the tree felling issue in the NIBM area. The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has stepped in after reports of large-scale tree cutting raised red flags about the reserved forest area.
Citizens were up in arms about the destruction of greenery, and the NGT’s Western Bench took notice of the potential ecological impact. In a previous hearing, the tribunal asked for detailed responses from the authorities, but it seems like the Pune District Magistrate dropped the ball on submitting the required report.
The MoEFCC is still waiting for information from the state government, but the NGT isn’t letting anyone off the hook. They’ve reminded the District Magistrate to provide a comprehensive explanation before the next hearing on 27th January 2025. This case shines a light on the importance of enforcing forest conservation laws in urban areas. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story!
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