Himachal HC bans commercial stalls near Renuka Lake during fair

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered a 100-metre commercial-activity buffer zone around Renuka Lake and Parshuram Tal during the Renuka Ji Fair from November 19–24. The court also banned loudspeakers within the sanctuary, mandated 100 temporary toilets, restricted plastic use, and formed an inspection committee. The next hearing is scheduled for December 15.