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NGT asks for fresh report on Joshimath

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) was dissatisfied with the report of the Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board on Joshimath subsidence. The NGT asked the board to submit a fresh report within three weeks and fixed the matter for further hearing on January 24. Taking cognisance of media reports on the Joshimath disaster, the NGT had constituted a nine-member committee headed by the chief secretary, SS Sandhu, to suggest remedial measures.
NGT asks for fresh report on Joshimath
The Joshimath disaster led to displacement of many residents and damage to properties in January this year
Expressing dissatisfaction over the first action taken report submitted by Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board (UKPCB) on Joshimath subsidence, NGT has directed the board to submit a fresh report within three weeks and fixed the matter for further hearing on January 24.
Taking cognisance of media reports on the Joshimath disaster,the NGT had constituted a nine-member committee headed by the chief secretary, SS Sandhu, to suggest remedial measures.
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Pankul Sharma

A journalist based in Dehradun, Uttarakhand with over 18 years of experience. Currently working as Principal Correspondent in TOI. I cover archaeology, industry and judiciary (High Court, NGT, Consumer Commission and tribunals).

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