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The Uttarakhand High Court has halted construction of a INR 22 crore multi-level parking facility in Dehradun, citing environmental and flood concerns. Located near the Rishiparna river on Rajpur Road, the project drew criticism for tree cutting, green space damage, and debris dumping in the riverbed. Petitioners argued it violated green norms and posed risks to nearby residents. The court issued notices to MDDA, Dehradun Smart City Limited, and state and central authorities, seeking affidavits within three weeks. It questioned how the project began despite NGT and NDMA guidelines banning construction within 200 meters of rivers in hilly areas. The case reflects rising judicial focus on eco-sensitive development.
The Uttarakhand High Court recently issued an order to stop construction on a new parking facility. This decision impacts a project near a river in Dehradun, made due to environmental concerns and worries about potential flooding. The court issued notices to city development authorities and government bodies involved. Advertisement
The project in question is an INR 22 crore multi-level parking lot. It is located on the banks of the Rishiparna river, near Silverton Hotel on Rajpur Road, Dehradun. Petitioners, including environmentalists and local residents, argued that the construction was illegal. They claimed it violated green construction rules and involved damaging green spaces, cutting trees, and dumping debris directly into the riverbed. Concerns were also raised about the danger to nearby residents and the possibility of floods during the monsoon season.
The High Court issued notices to the Mussoorie Dehradun Development Authority (MDDA) and Dehradun Smart City Limited (DSCL), as well as the state and central governments. The court requested affidavits from MDDA and DSCL within three weeks. These affidavits must explain how the project started despite orders from the National Green Tribunal (NGT) and guidelines from the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) which prohibit construction within 200 meters of river boundaries in hilly areas.
MDDA and DSCL have stated that the project is on government land and possesses all necessary clearances. Construction on riverbeds and in ecologically sensitive zones often leads to environmental damage and increased risks from natural disasters. Such judicial interventions show a growing focus on protecting the environment and ensuring building projects follow green rules, especially in vulnerable hilly regions.
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