Himachal’s Green Cry: Mining Ban Demanded After Supreme Court Rap
Environmental groups have intensified their pressure on the Himachal Pradesh government following recent Supreme Court warnings about the state’s deteriorating ecology. Their demands are stark: an immediate ban on mining activities, a complete halt to unchecked construction projects, and the withdrawal of a controversial notification promoting mechanised mining.
The groups accuse state agencies of blatant inaction, alleging a failure to enforce environmental laws effectively and curb the activities of mining mafias. This inaction, they claim, poses a grave threat to the state’s precious water resources.
The Supreme Court’s concerns, echoed by these environmental organisations, highlight the urgent need for a comprehensive overhaul of environmental protection measures in Himachal Pradesh. The state’s fragile ecosystem, crucial for its tourism and agriculture, hangs in the balance.
The coming weeks will be critical. The government’s response to these demands will determine not only the fate of Himachal Pradesh’s environment but also its long-term economic viability and the well-being of its citizens. The clock is ticking.
