NGT Demands Delhi Police Explanation Over Inadequate Security for Anti-Pollution Panel

• The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has sought an explanation from Delhi Police regarding insufficient security provided to its panel during an inspection of illegal 'red category' industrial units.
• The NGT panel was inspecting highly polluting industries operating in Gamri village, northeast Delhi.
• The tribunal noted that adequate police force was not provided and the police allegedly refused to sign the joint inspection report.
• DCP Northeast Delhi has been directed to appear before the NGT on April 16 to explain the lack of support and refusal to sign the report.
• NGT emphasized the serious environmental and health hazards posed by these illegal units, urging authorities to act with sincerity.

Why It Matters: NGT seeks Delhi Police's explanation for failing to provide security and sign report during illegal unit inspection.