Delhi High Court Cracks Down on Dairy Colony Misuse to Protect Public Health

The Delhi High Court has expressed concern over the health issues of city residents, emphasising the need to prevent cattle from eating toxic waste to ensure healthy milk production. The Court criticized illegal encroachments in designated dairy areas and ordered demolitions of unauthorized constructions. Dairy owners have been given interim protections, while others can approach the Appellate Tribunal.

The Delhi High Court has voiced serious concerns about the health risks facing Delhi residents and the need to stop cattle from consuming toxic waste to produce healthier milk.

The Court strongly condemned the illegal encroachments and unauthorized constructions in designated dairy colonies, emphasizing that the primary concern is the health of the citizens.

Interim protections have been extended to certain dairy owners willing to relocate, while others must seek recourse with the Appellate Tribunal for MCD.

(With inputs from agencies.)