NGT clears Rs.151.51 cr project

The National Green Tribunal, NGT
The National Green Tribunal, NGT, which is a central green panel, has recently given environment clearance for developing the Rs.151.60 crore Jakkasandra industrial area in Kolar district, Karnataka, said official sources, claiming that the final clearance will be given by the l concerned ministry, which takes a final decision on the basis of the recommendation of the green panel. As per the proposal, the Karnataka Industrial Area Development Board (KIADB) will develop an industrial area in 627.47 acres in Jakkasandra village of Kolar with an aim to support start-ups, new enterprise incubation and development of knowledge-based business. In a recent meeting, the EAC examined the KIADB's proposal and suggested green nod for developing the Jakkasandra industrial area with riders. Among conditions specified, KIADB has been asked to protect two tanks adjacent to the existing area. The KIADB has informed the Centre that the land for the proposed project has been acquired and compensation has already been paid to the land owners.

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