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Rajasthan Demands Comprehensive To Remove Affecting Critical Ramgarh Dam Water Flow
The of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jaipur has issued a stern directive to , citing "" in the management and restoration of the Ramgarh Dam. The bench, presided over by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma and Justice Bhuwan Goyal, expressed profound dissatisfaction with the current state of administration, labeling previous efforts to clear as inadequate.
Case Background and Judicial Scrutiny
The matter arises from a series of initiated to protect critical water bodies. The Ramgarh Dam, once a primary water source for Jaipur and its surrounding regions, has been subject to systemic encroachment, with various illegal structures, farmhouses, and hotels reportedly occupying .
During the recent hearing, the Court took a hard line against the administration's failure to maintain the ecological health of the region. The judges noted that rather than acting as stewards of public resources, the local authorities have permitted the gradual degradation of the lake's inflow channels.
Legal Analysis of Administrative Inaction
The has ordered the Advocate General to coordinate with the to produce a comprehensive . This document must explicitly detail: * The identities of individuals encroaching upon the of the Ramgarh Dam. * A precise inventory of buildings, structures, and hotels erected in the of Panch Andhi, Jamwa Ramgarh, Amer, Shahpura, and Viratnagar. * The specific actions taken by the government to remove these obstructions since .
Furthermore, the bench highlighted the issue of , small dams or barriers, which were originally intended to support irrigation but are now serving as detrimental obstructions. The Court has directed the to remove any that impede the natural flow of water into the lake.
Key Observations from the Bench
The Court emphasized its role in safeguarding public interests by acting as a guide to the administration, which it found to be currently failing its duty. Among the pivotal observations made by the bench:
"The filed by the , is not satisfactory."
"This Court while hearing matters of public interest essentially acts as a guide to the administration to remain vigilant of the work which they are required to perform."
"We find that there has been on the part of the administration in restoring the main water resource to the District of Jaipur and other nearby districts."
Court’s Decision and Future Implications
The has ordered that immediate steps be taken to clear obstructions from the rivers Banganga, Madhoveni, Roda, Gomti, and Tala, all of which contribute to the reservoir's capacity. Additionally, the Court addressed reports of illegal submersible pump installations directly within the lakebed, calling for their immediate removal.
The matter is set for further hearing on , at 2 PM. The Court has made it clear that while the personal presence of the may be waived upon the submission of a satisfactory , the administration’s failure to act will no longer be tolerated. This decision serves as a significant precedent, reinforcing the judiciary's role in enforcing environmental protection and holding government bodies accountable for the preservation of essential public natural resources.
