‘Public Utility’ No Licence To Override Forest, Wildlife Laws: Rajasthan High Court Quashes NHAI…
Live Law · August 24, 2026
On 24 August 2026, the Rajasthan High Court set aside a National Highways Authority of India approval for a highway project, stating that labeling the project a “public utility” does not exempt it from forest and wildlife regulations. The ruling required the project to obtain the necessary clearances under existing environmental laws before proceeding.