SC gives Telangana six weeks to submit forest restoration plan for Kancha Gachibowli

The Supreme Court today granted the Telangana government six weeks to present a comprehensive proposal for restoring the large-scale deforestation in the Kancha Gachibowli forest area

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while emphasising that development must not come at the cost of environmental destruction.

A Bench comprising Chief Justice of India BR Gavai, along with Justice K Vinod Chandran, recorded the State’s submission.

Senior Advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, appearing for the state, said that all deforestation work had been halted and a restoration plan was being prepared.

“Come with a good proposal,” the CJl remarked, adding, “If you bring a genuinely good plan, we will withdraw this case and give you a real compliment. We want the environment to be protected.”