Mumbai Businessman Fined ₹5,000 for Feeding Pigeons; Court Cites Health Risks

• A Mumbai businessman was fined ₹5,000 by the High Court for feeding pigeons, violating public health regulations.
• Nitin Seth, 52, from Dadar, was caught feeding pigeons in Mahim despite a BMC ban.
• Action was taken under Section 223(b) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) for endangering public health.
• Mumbai High Court emphasized that pigeon droppings and contact pose risks, especially deadly respiratory diseases.
• The ruling underscores public health priority over religious or compassionate acts; BMC and police will monitor violations.

Why It Matters: Feeding pigeons in public places is a legal offense in Mumbai due to health risks, leading to fines.