Approach NGT with plea on installation of FGD systems in thermal power plants: Supreme Court to petitioner

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The Supreme Court of India addressed a petition regarding the installation of flue gas desulphurisation systems in thermal power plants, noting that compliance timelines have been extended amid health hazard concerns from pollution. The case highlights environmental health issues tied to the energy sector.

The petitioner’s counsel argued that the timeline for complying with the mandate to install flue gas desulphurisation systems in thermal power plants has been extended from time to time, and people are facing health hazards due to pollution