The Role of National Green Tribunal in Safeguarding of Environment with Respect to Constitution of India

“The environment is where we all meet; where we all have a mutual interest; it is the one thing all of us share.” - Lady Bird Johnson The National Green Tribunal (NGT) plays a crucial role in environment protection by providing a specialised forum to address issues related to environment laws and regulations. It is responsible for expeditious and effective resolution of cases involving environmental violations, conservation of natural resources, and prevention of environmental damage. The NGT plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the environment within the framework of the Constitution of India. Its is established as a specialised judicial body, the NGT’s mission is to address environment concerns and violations, aligning with constitutional provisions that guarantee the right to clean and healthy environment. This abstract explores how the NGT’s role encompasses interpretation, enforcement, and advocacy of constitutional principles related to related to environment protection. By providing swift justice, specialised expertise, and a platform for public interest litigation, the NGT become a guardian of environmental rights, upholding intergenerational equity and sustainable development. As a constitutional check against environmental harm, the NGT exemplifies the synergy between legal mechanisms and constitutional remedies, fostering a healthier and more balanced coexistence between human activities.