NGT Orders Madhya Pradesh to Combat Severe Air Pollution Crisis in Eight Cities

NGT Orders Madhya Pradesh to Combat Severe Air Pollution Crisis in Eight Cities

The National Green Tribunal’s Central Zone Bench in Bhopal issued a major order on January 7, 2026, declaring air pollution in Madhya Pradesh cities a severe environmental and public health crisis. The tribunal formed a high-level committee to assess the situation and submit recommendations within six weeks. The order came in response to an application filed by Rashid Noor Khan, represented by advocate Harshwardhan Tiwari. The case highlights wh…