VANASHAKTI v. UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of ex post facto environmental clearances, reaffirming the necessity of prior environmental impact assessments and quashing notifications enabling retrospective approvals.


Case Details

  • Case Name: VANASHAKTI v. UNION OF INDIA
  • Citation: 2025 INSC 718
  • Court: Supreme Court of India
  • Decision Date: 16-05-2025
  • List of Laws: Constitution of India, 1949; Environment Protection Act, 1986; Environment (Protection) Rules, 1986; General Principles of Law

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