Delhi High Court Questions Event amid Air Quality Concerns

The Delhi High Court has directed a city district magistrate to assess a petition against an event for car enthusiasts amid deteriorating air quality. The court criticized the lack of scientific evidence in the petition, which claims vehicular stunts would worsen pollution. The magistrate's decision is awaited.

The Delhi High Court has instructed a city district magistrate to investigate a petition opposing a car enthusiast event on NSIC ground, Okhla, citing poor air quality in the city.

Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya and Justice Tejas Karia highlighted the urgency, given that the event, 'Burnout City,' is set to take place on January 17. However, the court expressed dissatisfaction with the petition's lack of scientific data linking the event to increased air pollution.

The petition asserts that vehicular stunts at the event will exacerbate air pollution. The court questioned the absence of scientific evidence and noted the petitioner's failure to involve the Commission for Air Quality Management. Consequently, the court has mandated the district magistrate to address the issue as per a representation dated January 4.

(With inputs from agencies.)