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Encroachment, Urbanisation and Neglect Threaten Heritage Water Bodies
Summary
Bihar’s heritage ponds and wetlands are vanishing due to encroachment, unplanned urbanisation and pollution, with Patna losing most lakes; courts step in.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has expressed dissatisfaction with the response of officials in Tikamgarh regarding the complaint of encroachment and unauthorized construction on the city's water bodies. While hearing the complaint related to encroachment, construction and violation of environmental rules in Mahendra Sagar, Vrindavan Talab and Sail Sagar, the tribunal has directed the concerned officials to submit an action report within two w…