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Development not absolute; cannot trade health for growth: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has delivered a landmark ruling. Development cannot be pursued at the cost of a clean environment. The right to life, which includes a healthy environment, is non-negotiable. Economic gains cannot justify risks to public health. The court quashed revised norms that allowed polluting units near homes and schools. This decision prioritizes environmental protection over unchecked industrial growth.

18 Feb 2026 2:33 pm