Top 10 Environmental Law Judgments – Feb 2026 | LegalWiki

Key Supreme Court and High Court Rulings in Environmental Law

In February 2026, the Supreme Court and various High Courts across India delivered important judgments shaping the landscape of Environmental Law.

Supreme Court Seeks Expert Panel to Determine Scope of Aravalli Mining

The Supreme Court of India observed that it will seek expert opinions to determine whether and to what extent mining can be permitted in the Aravalli region. Read more.

“Mere Passing Orders Not Enough”: Supreme Court Closes River Pollution Case, Asks NGT to Oversee Progress

The Supreme Court of India closed its 2021 suo motu proceedings on river pollution and directed the National Green Tribunal to ensure continuous monitoring of compliance with environmental laws. Read more.

Supreme Court Issues Pan-India Directions on Solid Waste Management

The Supreme Court of India issued nationwide directions to ensure strict implementation of the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026 from April 1. Read more.

Kerala High Court Halts Construction in Kottooli Wetlands Amid Ramsar Process

The Kerala High Court directed authorities to ensure that no new construction takes place in the prohibited area of the Kottooli wetlands in Kozhikode during the ongoing Ramsar designation process. Read more.

Bombay High Court Clears Kanjurmarg Land Transfer for Metro Line 6 Depot

The Bombay High Court dismissed a challenge to the Maharashtra government’s transfer of land at Kanjurmarg for the Mumbai Metro Line 6 car depot. Read more.

NGT Tells BMC to Focus on Protecting Bhoj Wetland, Not Decide Land Titles

The National Green Tribunal reminded the Bhopal Municipal Corporation that its primary responsibility is to protect the Bhoj Wetland rather than adjudicate land title disputes. Read more.

Meghalaya High Court Orders Arrests in Illegal Coal Mining Case After Jaintia Hills Blast

The Meghalaya High Court directed the immediate arrest of those allegedly involved in illegal coal mining following a deadly mine blast in East Jaintia Hills. Read more.

Patna High Court Directs Strict Enforcement of Night-Time Noise Pollution Rules

The Patna High Court directed Bihar Police to strictly enforce the ban on loudspeakers, amplifiers, and firecrackers between 10 pm and 6 am under the Noise Pollution Rules. Read more.

Orissa High Court Slams Delay in ‘Har Ghar Jal’ Project, Seeks Status Report

The Orissa High Court criticised delays in implementing the ‘Har Ghar Jal’ drinking water scheme in several villages of Cuttack district and sought a detailed progress report from authorities. Read more.

Maharashtra Assembly to Hold Dedicated Environmental Debate Each Session

Rahul Narwekar, Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, announced that each Assembly session will include at least one dedicated debate on environmental issues and climate change. Read more.

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