T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad ... vs Union Of India & Ors. À.Respondents

The Supreme Court addressed the compliance of Kudremukh Iron and Ore Company Ltd. (KIOCL) with environmental regulations, specifically under Section 3 of the Conservation Act and Rule 23C of the Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 1988. The Court held that mining operations could continue until the end of 2005, contingent upon adherence to ecological recommendations made by the Forest Advisory Committee. The Court emphasized that the Central Government's interpretation of the 'Committee' was incorrect and mandated that the modalities for compliance be established under the supervision of the appropriate authorities.