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Order of the National Green Tribunal regarding hydro-stations in Himachal Pradesh not measuring the flow of water released downstream, 04/07/2019

  • 04/07/2019

Order of the National Green Tribunal in the matter of Vijay Kumar Vs State of Himachal Pradesh dated 04/07/2019 regarding hydro-stations in Himachal Pradesh not measuring the flow of water released to the downstream during the lean season which has resulted in higher pollution level and harm to the aquatic life due to water scarcity. 15-20% of average lean season flow is required to be maintained. Himachal Pradesh State Pollution Control Board has been directed by the NGT to look into the matter and submit report.