Forest Area and Wildlife – Protection of – The matter pertains to a Monument ‘Sisodia Rani ka Bagh’ (‘the Monument’) situated in Jaipur, Rajasthan – A writ petition was filed to issue appropriate directions about the safety and security of the wildlife in the Reserve Forest Area and restraining the use of laser lights, loud music and fireworks in the Monument – The High Court transferred the matter to NGT – The Tribunal held that the Monument is part of the forest area and directed that no permission should be granted to organise social functions like marriages etc. and for the use of fireworks, loud music in the Monument – Before the Supreme Court, the Appellant-Department of Archaeology and Museums contended that the Tribunal was not justified in putting a blanket ban upon holding of ceremonies in the Monument situated adjacent to the City – Held: The blanket ban imposed by the Tribunal was not called for as area could be used for appropriate functions and for holding events to attract tourists – No inconvenience is going to be caused in the area considering the situation of the Monument – The following directions were issued: (i) The Monument may be used for appropriate multi-purpose activities between 8.00 A.M. to 8.00 P.M. only – No activity to be permitted after 8.00 P.M; (ii) The use of laser lights, loud music, and fireworks is ordered to be completely restrained; (iii) Musical and other fountains to be maintained and to be kept in working order; (iv) Other conditions imposed by the Department be observed strictly; (v) Let requisite supervisory and other staff/gardeners, etc. be dedicated for maintainance; (vi) It is directed that a Consultant be appointed for further beautification of the area and for the requisite horticultural development and an additional project plan be prepared and placed on record, for this purpose.
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