High Court Calls For Reports From Neighbouring States Over Measures Taken To Remove Illegal Encroachments In Reserve Forests Near Assam's Borders

The Gauhati High Court ordered the states of Mizoram, Nagaland, and Arunachal Pradesh to file affidavits detailing measures taken to remove illegal encroachments in reserve forest land along the Assam border. The court's directive aims to address ongoing disputes and environmental concerns related to these encroachments, emphasizing the importance of preserving protected forest areas. This ruling reflects the judiciary's role in resolving inter-state disputes and ensuring environmental conservation.