West Garo Hills Bans Unauthorised Brick Kilns With Immediate Effect

Overview

• District Magistrate Vibhor Aggarwal issued the ex parte directive on March 14.
• The prohibition covers all unauthorised brick kilns operating anywhere in West Garo Hills.
• Officials said the action addresses air pollution risks and harms to workers and nearby communities.
• The order warns that continued operations would degrade air quality and damage public health.
• There are no reported details yet on enforcement steps, inspections, or compliance after the ban took effect.