LIVE OAK RESORT P. LTD. vs PANCHGANI HILL ST. MUNICIPAL COUNCIL&ANR

The Supreme Court, while exercising jurisdiction under Article 136, upheld the Bombay High Court's order for the demolition of an additional floor constructed by the appellants in Panchgani, which was found to be in violation of municipal rules and previous court directions aimed at protecting the ecologically sensitive area. The Court emphasized the need to balance development with ecological preservation, reiterating that both aspects are essential for societal sustainability. The judgment confirmed the High Court's stance on preventing illegal constructions that threaten the environment.