VEENA GUPTA vs CENTRAL POLLUTION CONTROL BOARD

The Supreme Court set aside the orders of the National Green Tribunal, which had issued ex parte orders against the appellants without providing them an opportunity to be heard, in violation of principles of natural justice. The Court emphasized the necessity of issuing notices to all affected parties and conducting a proper hearing before passing any adverse orders, thereby reinforcing the importance of procedural fairness under the law. The matter was remanded back to the Tribunal for appropriate proceedings, ensuring that due process is followed.