Indian Council For Enviro-Legal Action vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the persistent non-compliance with its judgment dated February 13, 1996, regarding environmental restoration in Bichhri village, Rajasthan, under the principle of 'polluter pays'. The Court emphasized the need for accountability among industries causing ecological harm and criticized the abuse of legal processes to delay compliance. The Court reaffirmed its earlier directives, holding that the industries must take immediate steps to restore the environment and comply with the judgment, thereby reinforcing the sanctity of judicial orders.