RAMJI PATEL vs NAGRIK UPBHOKTA MARG DARSHAK MANCH

The Supreme Court upheld the Madhya Pradesh High Court's directive under Article 226 of the Constitution, ordering the relocation of dairies from Jabalpur's water supply pipelines due to the risk of contamination from cow and buffalo dung. The Court emphasized the importance of public health and safety, confirming that the presence of these dairies posed a significant hazard to the water supply. The High Court's findings were supported by evidence from public health authorities, and the Court mandated the dairy owners to shift their operations to designated alternative sites within a specified timeframe.