Tag: Waste burning

NGT bans waste burning in open areas across country

In a significant order, the NGT on Thursday imposed a complete ban on burning of waste in open places across the country and announced a fine of Rs.25,000 on each incident of bulk waste burning. "We specifically direct that there shall be complete prohibition on open burning of waste on lands, including at the landfill …

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December 22, 2016

NGT notice to over 1400 pollution defaulters

The National Green Tribunal on Wednesday issued notice to over 1400 defaulters, who have not paid environmental compensation for violating its order on waste burning and dust pollution, on a plea filed by the East Delhi Municipal Corporation (EDMC). A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Swatanter Kumar also issued notice to the Sub Divisional Magistrate …

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December 21, 2016