Background: The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently heard a petition filed by local residents, seeking the restoration of a polluted wetland. Parties: The petition was filed by the local residents against the state government and the pollution control board. Legal issues: The main issue before the NGT was whether the state government and the pollution control board had failed to take action to restore the wetland. Court observations: The NGT observed that the state government and the pollution control board had indeed failed to take adequate action to restore the wetland, despite receiving several complaints from local residents. The NGT also noted that the wetland was an important ecosystem that supported a wide range of flora and fauna. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the NGT's role in dealing with environmental pollution and the need for state governments and pollution control boards to take action to protect the environment. The restoration of the wetland will now be carried out by the state government, and the NGT will monitor the process to ensure that the wetland is restored to its original state. This order is expected to have a significant impact on the environment, as it will help to restore a vital ecosystem and will also improve the health of local residents. The NGT's decision also emphasizes the importance of state governments and pollution control boards taking proactive steps to protect the environment and prevent pollution. The order is also expected to set a precedent for other similar cases, where wetlands have been polluted and have required restoration. The NGT's decision is a welcome move, as it will help to improve the overall health of the environment and will also encourage state governments and pollution control boards to prioritize environmental protection.