Supreme Court Bans Construction Near Jojari River in Rajasthan

Exam-focused facts from the 25 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Supreme Court imposed an interim ban on any construction or development activity within 100 metres from the edge of Rajasthan's Jojari river.
The court prohibited hazardous industries or activities within 500 metres on either side of the existing flood line or the river's present flow path.
These restrictions remain in force until a scientific exercise determines the high flood line and ecological buffer zones.
The case is scheduled for further hearing on September 22.