Can The State be Sued for Air Pollution Deaths: In conversation with Senior Advocate Raj Panjwani on accountability and enforceability of air quality regulations.
Published: Feb 14, 2025
Abstract: The increasing levels of air pollution continues to raise concern and remains a significant environmental issue contributing to climate change, posing adverse effects on the health of the people and the planet. This article presses on how the common masses may seek respite in the court for the enforcement of air quality regulations in India. It discusses the scope of using scientific measures to deal with pollution in India and throws light on the rightful power of the judiciary in framing laws, and how it becomes the law of the land and the legal expectation of the masses from the court.
TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE
Already have an account? Log In
Keep reading with one of these options :
OR
MORE ARTICLES
Maitri II - India's New Antarctic Research Station
India is set to embark on a new chapter in its Polar exploration journey with the construction of Maitri II. The Indian government plans to establish a new research station near the existing Maitri ba...
Innovation INC : Deep Ocean-weather Smart
The Deep Ocean Mission (DOM), approved by the Government of India in 2021 under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), represents a strategic step in realizing Sustainable Development Goal 14 (SDG 14:...
Rare Earth Elements (REE)-China’s Grip, India’s Strategy, and the Arctic Frontier
China recently announced restrictions on the export of seven rare earth elements (REEs), soon after US President Donald Trump decided to impose tariffs. As the world's dominant supplier—responsible fo...
India First to Secure Dual Deep-Sea Exploration Contracts as the Global Regulations Remain in Flux
The International Seabed Authority (ISA) marked a watershed moment on September 15, 2025, signing a 15-year contract with the Indian government, revolutionising deep-sea exploration. India has been gr...