Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The National Green Tribunal (NGT) Central Zone Bench, Bhopal, has taken strong exception to continued encroachments and environmental violations around Bhoj Wetland, directing Bhopal Municipal Corporation (BMC) and Bhopal Collector to remove all illegal constructions within a month.

During Wednesday’s hearing in a case filed by environmentalist Rashid Noor Khan against the Bhopal Collector and others, the Tribunal expressed concern that despite repeated orders, the wetland continues to face encroachment and pollution.

The NGT also directed BMC to conduct an ecological study of Bhoj Wetland in collaboration with the State Wetland Authority and Forest Department. The study will assess the current ecological status of the lake and include a bird census this winter

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