What are the NGOs seeking in their judicial review against Selangor?

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NGOs Seek Judicial Review Over Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve Development

Two non-governmental organisations, Pertubuhan Pelindung Khazanah Alam (Peka) and the Shah Alam Community Forest Society (SACF), are pursuing a judicial review to challenge the Selangor state government's decision to permit development within the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve. They aim to contest a decision dating back to November 20, 2000, which allowed for development on the 406.22-hectare reserve.
Challenge to 2000 Development Decision

Peka and SACF are specifically targeting a decision made on November 20, 2000, by four respondents including the Selangor government, State Executive Council, State Forestry Department director, and the Petaling Land and Mines Department. This decision permitted development on the 406.22-hectare site, a move that the NGOs are seeking to overturn through legal means. The challenge is focused on the implementation of a policy decision made over two decades ago.
Declaration for Public Inquiry

Beyond challenging the existing development approval, the NGOs are also requesting a judicial declaration that a public inquiry is necessary. This request is based on the provisions outlined in the National Forestry Act (Amendment) 2011, which they contend mandates such an inquiry for the development of forest reserves. The inclusion of this request underscores their argument for greater public consultation and adherence to statutory requirements.
Interim Stay Order Extended

In conjunction with their judicial review applications filed in August, the NGOs were granted an extension of an interim stay order. This order prevents the Selangor state government from proceeding with its actions related to the development of the Bukit Cherakah Forest Reserve until November 17. The High Court's decision on the judicial review itself was scheduled for November 17, following arguments presented by both the NGOs and the state government.

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