Sir,
It is disheartening to observe the procrastination in complying with the Environmental Compensation levied by the Jammu and Kashmir Pollution Control Committee. These actions are in direct violation of the National Green Tribunal’s directives and the ‘Polluter Pays Principle.’ The reckless disposal of building construction materials and the failure to establish Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and Water Treatment Plants (WTPs) have led to environmental pollution, contamination of water bodies, and even loss of human lives. Despite clear guidelines from the Supreme Court, the lack of accountability within Governmental departments is deeply concerning.
It is imperative that the UT Administration takes swift and decisive action to address these issues by implementing scientifically sound solutions for waste management and environmental protection. Failure to do so will only lead to further deterioration of the situation. The Environmental Compensation must be diligently collected and reinvested to ameliorate the environmental damage inflicted. We cannot afford to ignore this pressing issue any longer.
Sanvi Sharma
Jammu
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