May 6th 2024.
Recently, in the district of Jajpur, the National Green Tribunal took action against Maha Cement Company after a case was filed accusing the company of building a cement grinding unit on forest land in Bairi village. The NGT has given a notice to both Maha Cement and the state government, requesting their responses within four months. Maha Cement, which is owned by My Home Industries Private Ltd, is currently in the process of constructing their cement plant in Bairi village under Barchana block in Jajpur district.
The NGT's notice was prompted by a complaint made by a resident named Bimal Hembram and other villagers. The complaint alleges that there were serious violations in the transfer of government land to Maha Cement. It is also claimed that the company began construction of their unit before receiving environmental clearance on July 24, 2023. It has been revealed that the land given to the company was actually forest land, and the soil conservation department had previously planted cashew nut trees on the land.
The villagers and Mr. Hembram have expressed concerns about the potential environmental impact of the cement grinding unit, and the NGT has taken notice of their allegations. The tribunal has allowed four months for Maha Cement and the state government to respond and provide evidence to support their actions. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of following proper procedures and obtaining necessary approvals before undertaking any construction on forest land. The NGT will continue to monitor this situation closely and ensure that justice is served for the protection of the environment and the rights of local residents.
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