National Green Tribunal warns southern states over unused clean‑air fund money
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 06:56 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
The NGT ordered six southern states and Puducherry to implement their State Action Plans for air pollution within a set timeframe, threatening fines if funds are not spent. The directive highlights regional disparities in air‑quality governance, traditionally dominated by northern regions. Article ID 23579.
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