Supreme Court Allows Hearing on Great Nicobar Project Challenges
On October 5, 2026, the Supreme Court declined the Union government's request to stay proceedings in the Calcutta High Court regarding the Great Nicobar Island Project. Former Union Environment Secretary Meena Gupta's petition argues that the project threatens the local ecosystem and violates the Forest Rights Act, 2006. The project, valued at over ₹ 72,000 crore, includes a container terminal and is deemed of national importance. The Calcutta High Court has scheduled hearings for November 25 and 26 to address constitutional issues related to the preservation of tribal cultures, particularly concerning the Shompen and Nicobarese tribes. The Supreme Court emphasized the need for timely resolution of the case, urging the High Court to consider all petitions without delay.
Published 1 day ago • 05 Oct 2026, 01:36 PM IST