The National Green Tribunal (NGT) on Monday directed the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) to submit a comprehensive report on the pending court cases concerning the alleged encroachment in the Saket forest area of South Delhi. The directives were issued by the Principal Bench in New Delhi while hearing an application related to the encroachment.
DDA Must File Complete Details Within Four Weeks
The NGT ordered the DDA to file complete details, along with supporting documents, of all related matters that are currently pending before the Delhi High Court and the District Court. The deadline for submission is four weeks from the date of the order.
DDA Official Appears Virtually
During the hearing, Ajay Kadian, Director (Land Management)-II, appeared virtually on behalf of the DDA. He assured the Tribunal that proper representation would be ensured in future hearings and that replies would be filed promptly.
The counsel for the DDA informed the Tribunal that the connected matter is listed before the Delhi High Court on 8 October 2026 and before the District Court on 16 July 2026. The Tribunal directed the DDA to place the complete details of both proceedings on record, along with the relevant supporting material.
Next Hearing Scheduled for September 2026
The Tribunal also exempted Kadian from future virtual appearances and listed the matter for the next hearing on 25 September 2026.
