12/04/2026
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) is a specialized judicial body established in 2010 under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 to handle cases related to environmental protection and conservation of forests and natural resources.
It provides speedy and effective disposal of environmental disputes, including issues relating to pollution, ecological damage, and enforcement of environmental laws.
The NGT follows principles of sustainable development, the precautionary principle, and the polluter pays principle.