Illegal Construction Threatens Ecologically Sensitive Yamuna Floodplains: Delhi HC Rejects Dhobi Ghat Slum Residents' Plea Against Demolition

Nupur Thapliyal

5 March 2025 11:17 AM IST

  • Illegal Construction Threatens Ecologically Sensitive Yamuna Floodplains: Delhi HC Rejects Dhobi Ghat Slum Residents Plea Against Demolition

    The Delhi High Court has observed that Yamuna floodplains in the national capital is ecologically sensitive and any unlawful encroachment or construction in the area poses significant threat to it. “The floodplain area is a designated prohibited activity zone and serves as a vital element of the river ecosystem. Encroachment upon this area disrupts the natural flow of water, resulting in...

    Nupur Thapliyal

    Nupur Thapliyal

    Nupur Thapliyal is a Principal Correspondent with LiveLaw, based in New Delhi. She reports from the Delhi High Court and trial courts in the national capital

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