Sterlite Industries (I) Ltd. Etc. Etc vs Union Of India And Ors. Etc. Etc

The Supreme Court directed the immediate closure of the petitioner's industrial unit due to environmental pollution, emphasizing the need for compliance with environmental regulations. The Court ordered an independent assessment by the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) to evaluate the pollution impact, which led to recommendations for remedial measures. The Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board was tasked with monitoring compliance and suggesting control measures based on NEERI's findings, highlighting the importance of environmental protection under the law.