Mumbai Air High Quality: High Court Eyes Contamination Beyond City Limits
The Bombay High Court increased concerns Thursday that pollution from neighboring cities like Thane, Navi Mumbai, and Panvel is adding to Mumbai’s poor air top quality. The court suggested authorities discover preventive measures extending beyond local boundaries.
- October 2023: Court took suo motu cognizance of increasing pollution.
- November 6, 2023: Instructions released to BMC for air pollution mitigation.
- Advocate Janak Dwarkadas highlighted hefty vehicle movement and building (Navi Mumbai International Airport) intensifying air top quality.
- Court directed CIDCO and Panvel Municipal Firm to assess pollution within their territories.
