NGT must make public report of panel that reviewed approvals for Nicobar project: Jairam Ramesh
Much has already been lost because of the Modi government's refusal to heed reasoned criticism or even judicial precedent, the Congress leader alleged
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh called upon the National Green Tribunal (NGT) to release the report of the High-Powered Committee tasked with reviewing environmental clearances for the Great Nicobar Island Project. Ramesh argued that if the report were made public, it would demonstrate the NGT's flawed decision to approve the project.
The Congress leader expressed hope that tribunals, especially the NGT, would regain their voice and authority to fulfill their legal obligations. Ramesh also mentioned the upcoming Lok Sabha debate on the Tribunals Reforms Bill, which aims to establish an independent National Tribunals Commission to oversee the appointment of tribunals' chairpersons and members.
The proposed commission will consist of a chairperson and four members, with two being judicial and two technical. The Bill seeks to ensure efficiency, independence, transparency, and uniformity in the selection and appointment processes.
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