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News1822-12-2025, 21:50

Bombay HC Summons Top Officials Over Mumbai's 'Emergency' Air Pollution

  • Bombay HC summoned BMC Commissioner Bhushan Gagrani and MPCB Member Secretary M. Devender Singh over Mumbai's severe air pollution.
  • The court expressed strong displeasure, filing a Suo motu PIL and calling the situation an "emergency."
  • Officials are ordered to appear on Tuesday; the court stressed the fundamental right to clean air.
  • Concerns were raised about the Kanjurmarg dumping ground's odour, fumes, and health issues for residents.
  • IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi are being consulted for mitigation strategies, with short-term measures planned.

Why It Matters: Bombay HC takes strict action on Mumbai's air pollution, summoning top officials and demanding solutions.

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