Supreme Court of India · 2022-04-22
The State Of Uttar Pradesh vs Uday Education And Welfare Trust
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- The State Of Uttar Pradesh
- Respondent
- Uday Education And Welfare Trust
- Author
- L. Nageswara Rao
- Bench
- B. R. Gavai, L. Nageswara Rao
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed appeals against the National Green Tribunal's decision regarding the granting of licenses for new wood-based industries in Uttar Pradesh. The court emphasized the need for environmental assessments before such licenses are issued, highlighting the potential ecological impact. The appeals were dismissed, reinforcing the Tribunal's stance on prioritizing environmental considerations in industrial licensing.