Entire Mumbai Is Filled With Filth: Bombay HC Slams Civic Body
What Happened
The Bombay High Court sharply criticized the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) over garbage accumulation across Mumbai, saying the “whole city is full of filth” and that the “entire municipal machinery is inactive.” Hearing petitions related to pollution around the Kanjurmarg dumping ground, the court warned that action could be taken against ward officers if conditions do not improve.
Key Takeaways
The court called for stronger waste-management measures, including a proper SOP, and suggested stricter penalties for littering. The remarks highlight growing judicial concern over cleanliness, public health, and civic administration in Mumbai.