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Directs JDA To Explain Delay In Dravyavati River Drain Channel Construction
The , led by Acting Chief Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma and Justice Bhuwan Goyal, has intervened in the ongoing concerning the Dravyavati river. The court has directed the to submit a formal response regarding its failure to implement critical infrastructure recommended by scientific experts.
Case Background
The centers on the ecological preservation of the Dravyavati river. Counsel for the petitioner highlighted findings from the , Nagpur, which explicitly recommended the construction of cement concrete drain channels near the Ambawadi area. Despite clear directives within the government-mandated report, the JDA has reportedly failed to initiate or complete these structural works.
Legal Analysis
The primary concern brought before the bench is the obstruction of water flow and the consequent damage to the river’s ecosystem caused by the lack of drainage infrastructure. The bench noted that the inaction persists despite the existence of a detailed technical chart provided by NEERI. The court is now seeking to determine why the has ignored technical guidance intended to mitigate environmental degradation in areas spanning the region between Shastri Nagar and Vidyadhar Nagar.
Key Observations
The court expressed significant concern regarding the environmental impact of the delay, noting:
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"Despite of the report, the JDA has chosen not to make any constructions."
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"Resultantly, the flow of the water as well as the protection of the Dravyavati river has been hampered."
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, learned counsel shall file his response on the next date to explain as to why they are not making the cement concrete drain channels."
Court’s Decision
The has ordered the JDA to file a detailed explanation for the construction lapse by the next date of hearing, scheduled for . This matter will be heard in conjunction with related long-standing litigation, emphasizing the court’s rigorous oversight of the project's compliance with environmental safety standards. The JDA's response will be critical in deciding the next phase of to protect the river.
