NATIONAL GREEN TRIBUNAL KOLKATA (EASTERN ZONE BENCH)
B. Amit Sthalekar, JM, Arun Kumar Verma, EM
Wildlife Society of Odisha – Appellant
Versus
State of Odisha – Respondent
| Table of Content |
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| 1. allegations of unauthorized eco-tourism constructions in protected areas. (Para 1 , 2 , 3 , 4) |
| 2. discussions on community involvement and legal compliance in eco-tourism projects. (Para 5 , 6 , 7 , 8) |
| 3. requirement for government approval under forest conservation laws. (Para 49 , 50 , 51) |
| 4. court's directive on compliance with environmental laws and restoration of land. (Para 54 , 55 , 56) |
ORDER
1. Mr. Sankar Prasad Pani, learned Counsel assisted by Mr. Ashutosh Padhy, learned Counsel is present (in Virtual Mode) for the Applicant. Learned Counsel has drawn the attention of the Court to the affidavit of the Divisional Forest Officer (DFO), Koraput Forest Division dated 30.11.2024 and submits that the affidavit was notarized on 30.11.2024 by the Notary, Prasant Kumar Patro whereas the signature on the affidavit of the Additional Government Advocate, Mr. Saroj Kumar Jee in the verification at page no.489 is dated 02.12.2024.
2. We are of the view that the affidavit has been notarized on 30.11.2024 which would not invalidate the affidavit itself merely for the grievous fault of the Additional Government Advocate, Mr. Saroj Kumar Jee.
(Final order of the said case will


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