Compressed Natural Gas in India: Contemporizing the Delhi Pollution Case
Journal Title: Universal Journal of Environmental Research and Technology - Year 2013, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
In 1998, the Indian Supreme Court, embracing its activist role, issued a controversial order suo moto mandating the conversion of the entire Delhi fleet of diesel powered buses to compressed natural gas (CNG). The judgment of the apex court came as a surprise to the executive agencies that lacked the technology and finances to implement the impugned order. Although the judgment seemed novel in letter and spirit, it led to exasperated tensions between the organs of the State. The paper aims at providing tentative solutions to address these tensions, thereby upholding the doctrine of separation of powers. The paper also provides solutions to improve the functioning of the Pollution Control Boards, and examines the need and viability of implementing the use of CNG across India. An international perspective on the matter is also provided.
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Alwyn Sebastian and 2 Shonali Thangiah
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