The statement of concern about the alleged inactivity in the cleaning and restoration of Kuzhikandamthoda, the periyar tributary, the Kerala High Court quoted the need to create a united river authority or its equivalent.
The bench of Devan Ramacandran and the Justice MB Snehalatha said it, while hearing petitions about the threat that the river faced in the form of pollution. The main secretary and other officials in question appeared online and were looking for more time to review court instructions and related proceedings.
The Council for the petitioner stated that the state of the water point was serious and needed urgent attention, especially because the monsoon was set to end. They added that nothing happened on Earth, despite more court orders and the recommendations of the High -Runge Committee.
The Government Advisor said there may be central assistance, because there was a small improvement in Kuzhikandamth.
The court confirmed that he was worried about people, especially those who lived on both sides of Periyar. In this situation, the united authority could immediately solve problems without having to rely on more agencies. The matter was published for hearing in September after the holidays ono.
Published – August 20, 2025 02:19 IS
