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Green Tribunal: Plant Shrubs, Not Concrete, for Pond
28 Jul
Summary
- NGT ordered bio-fencing with shrubs instead of concrete.
- Concrete walls could harm natural water flow and degrade the pond.
- The pond requires regular cleaning and sewage prevention measures.
The National Green Tribunal has issued a directive for bio-fencing a village pond in south west Delhi, prioritizing the planting of shrubs and trees over concrete structures. This ecological approach aims to prevent obstruction of natural rainwater flow and mitigate the degradation of the water body. The tribunal noted that while part of a boundary wall was already approved for construction, authorities must now explore bio-fencing for the remaining section during the ongoing monsoon season, in collaboration with the forest authority.
Further directives include ensuring the regular cleaning of the pond and preventing the dumping of solid waste. The installation of warning boards and measures to halt untreated sewage inflow are also mandated. The tribunal emphasized that encroachments must be addressed strictly following due legal process, requiring authorities to compile a list of encroached areas and initiate eviction proceedings. The next hearing for this matter is scheduled for September 8, 2026.
