Madras High Court Calls For Centre's Response On Plea Seeking Mandatory Climate Change Assessment Before Granting Clearance To

The Madras High Court has sought the Centre's response on a petition urging mandatory climate change assessments for all projects. The plea argues that such assessments are crucial to mitigate environmental impact and comply with sustainable development goals. The bench, led by Chief Justice Sanjib Banerjee, issued notices to the Environment Ministry and others, emphasizing the importance of environmental safeguards in development projects. The case underscores growing judicial scrutiny over environmental concerns amid increasing developmental activities.