Gauhati High Court takes action on petition regarding artificial floods and hill mining in Guwahati

The Gauhati High Court has responded to a petition filed by the Guwahati Eco Development Society, a voluntary organization, concerning the pressing issues of artificial floods and illegal hill mining operations in the city. Notices have been issued to the Guwahati Municipal Corporation (GMC), Guwahati Metropolitan Development Authority (GMDA), Kamrup Metro District Commissioner, and District Disaster Management Authority (DDMA), directing them to submit affidavits within 10 days.

The petition raises significant concerns regarding the adverse impact of artificial floods and hill mining on Guwahati’s environment and infrastructure. During the court hearing on Monday, it was revealed that advocates encountered difficulties in reaching the court premises due to the artificial floods, highlighting the severity of the situation.

The intervention of the High Court underscores the urgent need for effective measures to address the root causes of artificial floods and regulate hill mining activities in Guwahati. Concerned stakeholders are expected to provide comprehensive responses to the court within the specified timeframe as legal proceedings progress.