The Supreme Court has mandated Uttarakhand to restore the Corbett Tiger Reserve following illegal tree-felling and unauthorized constructions. This ruling aims to address significant ecological damage.

On November 17, 2025, the Supreme Court of India ordered the state of Uttarakhand to take immediate action to restore the Corbett Tiger Reserve. This decision comes after illegal tree-felling and unauthorized constructions were reported in the area. The court has mandated that Uttarakhand submit a detailed restoration plan within two months and demolish all unauthorized structures identified by an expert committee within three months. The ongoing investigation by the Central Bureau of Investigation has revealed that nearly 3,000 trees were felled without the necessary permissions. The court emphasized the need for better management of tiger reserves and recommended that states develop conservation plans, manage reserves effectively, and control noise pollution. The ruling aims to protect the ecological integrity of the reserve and ensure compliance with wildlife protection laws.