M/S IL AND FS TAMIL NADU POWER COMPANY LIMITED vs T. MURUGANANDAM .

The Supreme Court examined the validity of environmental clearances granted to a thermal power project in Tamil Nadu, which was challenged before the National Green Tribunal (NGT). The NGT had set aside certain approvals, citing non-compliance with environmental regulations. The Court analyzed whether the procedural and substantive requirements under environmental law were duly followed, ultimately upholding the NGT's decision to cancel the clearances due to procedural lapses and non-compliance. The judgment emphasizes the importance of strict adherence to environmental norms in project approvals.