Aafrin Kidwai 
The National Green Tribunal has directed the Armed forces to hold a meeting with Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to develop an in-house monitoring mechanism for scientific waste management.
A bench headed by NGT Chairperson Justice Adarsh Kumar Goel said certain establishments in the Armed Forces may lack requisite knowledge on ecological issues and steps were necessary for the protection of the environment, reports PTI.
“The designated officers at different levels can also initiate awareness programs on environmental issues and challenges which may be an ongoing process,” the bench said.
The tribunal passed the order after perusing a status report by the Air Force which mentioned that green norms have been laid down and environmentally friendly procedures are being adhered to.
“Two Task Forces have been constituted and responsibilities are given to reduce waste generation and scientific waste management at different locations,” the status report said.
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