NGT Issues Directions To DJB To Install Rain Water Harvesting Sytems, Check Illegal Extraction Of Ground Water

The NGT has issued directions to Delhi Jal Board (DJB), Central Pollution Control Board (CBCB) and Ministry of Jal Shakti for installation of Rainwater Harvesting Systems (RWH) in view of the depleting levels and contamination of potable ground water. Proceedings were initiated suo moto by the Tribunal, based on a news item dated 19th June 2015 in the Hindustan Times highlighting...