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Himachal High Court Cites 55 Forest Road Violations in Seraj, Upholds Construction Ban
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🗓 17 Oct 2026, 04:01 AM
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The Himachal Pradesh High Court identified 55 illegal forest road activities in Seraj and reiterated the ban on construction within the protected area.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court, sitting in Shimla, has formally recorded 55 violations of forest road regulations in the Seraj region of the state. The violations were uncovered during a routine inspection of forest department records and on‑site verification, revealing unauthorized road works and related activities that breach the Forest Conservation Act.
In its order, the court reaffirmed the existing prohibition on any construction activities within the designated forest zone of Seraj. The ban, originally imposed to safeguard biodiversity and prevent soil erosion, remains in force until the authorities can demonstrate compliance with environmental clearances and sustainable land‑use plans.
The judgment directs the state forest department to intensify monitoring, issue notices to the parties responsible for the infractions, and initiate legal proceedings where necessary. Officials are also instructed to submit a compliance report to the court within 30 days, outlining steps taken to restore the affected forest roads and prevent future breaches.
In its order, the court reaffirmed the existing prohibition on any construction activities within the designated forest zone of Seraj. The ban, originally imposed to safeguard biodiversity and prevent soil erosion, remains in force until the authorities can demonstrate compliance with environmental clearances and sustainable land‑use plans.
The judgment directs the state forest department to intensify monitoring, issue notices to the parties responsible for the infractions, and initiate legal proceedings where necessary. Officials are also instructed to submit a compliance report to the court within 30 days, outlining steps taken to restore the affected forest roads and prevent future breaches.