Nagpur: In a major relief to the Nagpur Improvement Trust (NIT), the Supreme Court has refused to classify Futala Lake as a “wetland,” thereby clearing the path for the continuation of the musical fountain and other developmental works around the lake.

NGO’s Petition Dismissed

Nagpur-based NGO Swachh Association had filed petitions before the Nagpur Bench of the Bombay High Court and later in the Supreme Court, seeking a ban on ongoing development projects at Futala Lake. The NGO had claimed that the lake was a natural wetland and that the projects being executed by NIT violated the Environmental Protection Rules of 2017. The Bombay High Court had earlier dismissed the plea.

Supreme Court’s Ruling

After detailed hearings, the Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court’s decision and

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