National Green Tribunal (NGT)

The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is an Indian specialized judicial body established in 2010 to handle environmental disputes and issues related to pollution, conservation, and sustainable development. It provides a faster and focused forum for environmental cases, ensuring that environmental laws are effectively enforced. The NGT can hear cases involving government agencies, companies, and individuals, and it has the authority to issue orders, penalties, and directions to protect the environment. Its purpose is to facilitate environmental justice, enforce environmental laws more efficiently, and promote sustainable development for the well-being of society.