The Bombay High Court has issued a scathing rebuke to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) regarding the deteriorating state of cleanliness in the city. During a hearing on September 10, the court observed that Mumbai has become a city "full of filth." The bench expressed its deep dissatisfaction with the civic body's inability to manage solid waste effectively.
The court's remarks came during the hearing that highlighted the mounting garbage on the city's streets and the health hazards it poses to residents.
- Judicial rebuke for BMC — over the "filthy" state of Mumbai's public roads and spaces
- Ward officer accountability — the court warned of personal action against negligent officials
- September 10 hearing — highlighted the failure of existing waste management protocols
In a significant move, the Bombay High Court warned that it would start holding individual ward officers responsible for the cleanliness of their respective jurisdictions. The court suggested that if a particular ward is found to be consistently dirty, the concerned officer should face disciplinary action or fines.
