Supreme Court Refers Plea on FGD Systems in Thermal Power Plants to NGT
The Supreme Court directed a petitioner to approach the National Green Tribunal (NGT) regarding the installation and operationalisation of flue gas desulphurization (FGD) systems in all category 'A' thermal power plants across India. The court noted that the issue falls within the NGT's jurisdiction and requested it to prioritize interim relief. The petitioner highlighted health hazards from pollution and delays in compliance, with the current deadline set for 2027. The court did not address the petition's merits but urged timely consideration by the NGT.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 59/100.
Outlets measured: deccanherald, hindustantimes. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–50/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
hindustantimes broke this story on 8 Sept, 07:15 am. Other outlets followed.