Water Pollution — Key Judgments

Key Judgments

M.C. Mehta v. Union of India (Ganga Pollution Case)

1987

This landmark case, initiated by environmental activist M.C. Mehta, led the Supreme Court to issue significant directions for controlling pollution in the Ganga river. The Court…

Vellore Citizens Welfare Forum v. Union of India

1996

This case dealt with severe groundwater and surface water pollution caused by tanneries in Tamil Nadu. The Supreme Court explicitly recognized and applied the 'precautionary…

National Green Tribunal (NGT) Orders on River Pollution

Ongoing (e.g., 2023-2024)

The NGT, established under the NGT Act 2010, has consistently issued stringent orders to address river pollution across India. For instance, recent orders in 2023-2024 have…