State Orders 14 Tough Measures For BMC After Supreme Court Flags Gaps In Compensatory Afforestation
November 18, 2025: The Maharashtra government has issued 14 stringent directives to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) after the Supreme Court questioned the status and effectiveness of compensatory afforestation linked to development projects. The new guidelines are aimed at ensuring that trees planted instead of those cut for public infrastructure works are adequately protected, monitored, […]
Green initiatives are necessary for sustainable housing
Rainwater harvesting, solar energy, sustainability measures, housing societies, government directives, green infrastructure, builders’ responsibilities, preservation of the environment, sustainable housing practices, urban development, policy changes, eco-friendly living, renewable energy, and water conservation are all mandated by the Indian government. Builders are now required to make sure that solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems are installed […]