Bombay High Court Launches High-Powered Committee to Tackle Mumbai Air Pollution

The Bombay High Court has set up a high-powered committee under former Himachal Pradesh High Court Chief Justice, Amjad Sayed, to combat air pollution in Mumbai. This committee will monitor compliance, propose measures, and involve experts to draft a Graded Response Action Plan for Mumbai's air quality issues.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Mumbai | Updated: 03-02-2026 22:05 IST | Created: 03-02-2026 22:05 IST

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The Bombay High Court has formed a high-powered committee to address escalating air pollution in Mumbai and its metropolitan region.

Led by former Himachal Pradesh High Court Chief Justice Amjad Sayed, with participation from ex-Bombay HC judge Anuja Prabhudessai, the committee aims to ensure compliance with court orders and review reports from municipal commissioners.

The panel will propose immediate, medium, and long-term measures, consult experts, and guide the creation of a Graded Response Action Plan specifically for Mumbai. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation is tasked with supporting the committee, and any failure to cooperate could lead to contempt proceedings.

(With inputs from agencies.)