Bombay High Court Criticizes Maharashtra Govt on 'Living Will' Implementation Lapses

The Bombay High Court noted the Maharashtra government's lack of full implementation of Supreme Court directions on 'living will'. The court expressed dissatisfaction, highlighting the absence of a secondary medical board necessary for executing these wills, and adjourned the hearing, seeking progress updates.

The Bombay High Court on Thursday voiced its dissatisfaction with the Maharashtra government for not fully executing the Supreme Court's directives regarding 'living will' implementation.

A bench comprising Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Amit Borkar described it as 'unfortunate' that a petition was needed to enforce an apex court judgment.

In accordance with the Supreme Court ruling, all municipal corporations must establish medical boards and appoint a custodian to safeguard living wills. Presently, execution is hindered by the absence of a mandatory secondary medical board, despite some progress like appointing 417 custodians.