Indian High Court Investigates Link Between Illegal Mining and Assam Floods

The Gauhati High Court has issued notices to the Assam and Nagaland governments regarding a public interest litigation claiming that unregulated coal extraction and illegal mining significantly worsened recent flooding in Sivasagar district.

26 Aug, 15:54 — 26 Aug, 15:54

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Gauhati HC notice to govts on plea linking illegal mining to Upper Assam floods

Gauhati HC seeks replies from Assam, Nagaland governments on PIL alleging illegal mining and unscientific coal extraction aggravated floods in Sivasagar.

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Indian High Court Investigates Link Between Illegal Mining and Assam Floods

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Gauhati HC notice to govts on plea linking illegal mining to Upper Assam floods

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