Archive · 8 Aug 2025
NGT Investigates Illegal Quarrying Near Tata Cancer Hospital
A court focused on the environment, the NGT, is looking into claims that someone is illegally digging up rocks near the Tata Cancer Hospital.
They're worried about the noise, dust, and risk of landslides from the digging.
The court has asked local government agencies to explain what's happening and why they didn't stop it.
People nearby are concerned that the digging could harm patients and cause other problems.
NGT issued notices to Maharashtra authorities regarding alleged illegal quarrying near Tata Cancer Hospital.
The NGT acted on media reports highlighting environmental norm violations.
Reports detailed blasting and stone-crushing activities occurring near the hospital.
Environmental groups raised concerns about health risks and potential landslides.
The NGT directed the Western Zonal Bench in Pune to hear the case on September 17.
- Who
- National Green Tribunal (NGT), Raigad District Collector, Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), Directorate of Geology and Mining, Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation (NMMC), NatConnect Foundation.
- What
- The NGT is investigating alleged illegal quarrying near the Tata Cancer Hospital.
- When
- The case will be heard on September 17.
- Where
- Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
- Why
- The NGT is investigating due to reports of environmental violations and lack of enforcement.
Environmental Concerns
Governmental Inaction
Impact of Quarrying
Environmental Concerns
Unregulated quarrying harms patients and damages medical equipment.
Governmental Inaction
Authorities may have ignored the issue for months.
- Legal Body
- National Green Tribunal (NGT)
- Location
- Kharghar, Navi Mumbai
- Hospital
- Tata Cancer Hospital
- Allegation
- Illegal Quarrying
- Environmental Concern
- Dust, Landslides
- Hearing Date
- September 17
Sources
Navi Mumbai News: NGT Disposes Plea Against Alleged Tree Felling In Pawane After MIDC Declares Plot As ‘No Tree Land’
Navi Mumbai News: NGT Dismisses Appeal Against Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Temple At Ulwe After MCZMA Says Site Is Outside CRZ
