High Court Steps In: Tackling Mumbai's Pollution Crisis Head-On

The Bombay High Court has prioritized addressing pollution from construction activities in Mumbai by forming a committee to ensure compliance with guidelines. The court highlighted the need for immediate action and urged local authorities to report on pollution control measures and enforce inspection protocols at construction sites.

The Bombay High Court took a decisive stance on Friday against the rising pollution levels in Mumbai caused by construction activities. A judicial bench, led by Chief Justice Shree Chandrashekhar, mandated the implementation of mitigating guidelines to curb pollution.

An independent committee, comprising representatives from the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), and the state's public health department, has been formed to oversee inspections at construction sites, ensuring compliance with the established guidelines.

The court emphasized the urgency of the situation, directing officials to submit an action report by December 15 on measures taken last year. In a bid to safeguard public health, the court encouraged enhanced monitoring practices and the installation of pollution control mechanisms.

(With inputs from agencies.)