TNPCB: Tnpcb: Stop Nilgiris Road Projects Lacking Eco-clearances |
The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board has told the state highways department to stop road expansion projects in the Nilgiris until they get environmental clearance. The Confederation of Environment Associations of Nilgiris complained that widening roads without proper assessments caused landslips. They want guidelines followed, like maintaining road widths, avoiding tree uprooting, and proper drainage….