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In re: Road and helipad construction in forest areas

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has stayed the construction and tarring of 55 roads and 16 helipads in forest areas while hearing petitions concerning infrastructure in ecologically fragile regions. On 26 October 2026, the court extended a stay on the construction of a hotel in the Theog forest area due to allegations of illegal road building, tree felling, and excavation on forest land.

In re: Tree felling at Lalbagh Palace, Indore

The Madhya Pradesh High Court issued a stay on the felling of trees at the historic Lalbagh Palace in Indore, which was proposed for a parking project. As reported on 24 October 2026, the court issued notices to the state government and municipal authorities regarding the matter.

In re: Construction at Pulinkudy beach (Vizhinjam port)

The Kerala High Court has halted construction work at Pulinkudy beach as part of the Vizhinjam port project. The order was issued following an incorrect affidavit submitted by the Coastal Regulation Zone Authority regarding environmental clearance requirements.

Arihant Tiwari vs. Union of India and Others — Ken-Betwa Link Project Environmental PIL

Petitioner Arihant Tiwari filed a public interest litigation before the Madhya Pradesh High Court challenging the Ken-Betwa Link Project due to environmental and wildlife concerns for the Panna Tiger Reserve. On 11 October 2026, the court refused to grant interim relief. Following a 18 October 2026 hearing, the court directed the Centre to submit a report from the Central Empowered Committee regarding the alleged irregularities.

In re: Union Carbide toxic waste disposal at Pithampur

The Madhya Pradesh High Court is hearing a matter concerning the management and disposal of approximately 900 tonnes of toxic waste ash originating from the Union Carbide site in Bhopal, currently stored at a facility in Pithampur. The Madhya Pradesh Pollution Control Board has filed a fresh status report regarding the presence of mercury in the waste.

In re: Challenge to environmental clearance for Vizag data centre project

Petitions are pending before the National Green Tribunal and the Andhra Pradesh High Court challenging the environmental clearance granted to a Vizag hyperscale data centre project due to concerns over water and power consumption. On 16 October 2026, the National Green Tribunal requested the Central government's response to the plea. On 17 October 2026, the Andhra Pradesh High Court declined to issue an interim stay on the project's construction, allowing Vizag Hyperscale Data Centre Park Limited to proceed at its own risk.

In re: P&T Apartment Complex — Structural safety and canal maintenance

The Kerala High Court is hearing a case regarding structural safety and canal maintenance at the P&T Apartment Complex in Mundamveli. Following an IIT Madras study and an amicus curiae report recommending urgent resident rehabilitation, the court questioned the use of public funds for repairs on 16 October 2026. Separately, the Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau initiated an investigation into alleged construction and maintenance irregularities on 16 October 2026.

In re: Regulation of motorboats in Dal Lake

On 14 October 2026, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh imposed an interim ban on fuel-powered motorboats, motorised shikaras, and jet skis in Dal Lake to address pollution. The court, which granted exemptions for emergency, law and order, and disaster management vessels, directed authorities on 15 October 2026 to promote solar-powered alternatives and draft a comprehensive operational policy.

Public Interest Litigation regarding Merces land-grab and environmental violations

The Goa Foundation has initiated Public Interest Litigation WP No. 44 of 2024 before the High Court of Bombay at Goa, alleging land-related irregularities and environmental violations in Merces. As reported on 7 May 2026, the court previously instructed the Merces panchayat and the state pollution control board to file a response to the allegations.