In Re: Noise Pollution - Implementation ... vs Unknown

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of noise pollution in relation to the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court emphasized the need for strict enforcement of existing laws regulating the use of loudspeakers and high-volume sound systems, particularly in residential areas, to prevent harm to individuals, as exemplified by a tragic incident involving a young girl. The Court also examined the validity of amendments to the Noise Pollution Control and Regulation Rules, 1999, which allowed for nighttime use of loudspeakers without adequate guidelines, ultimately holding that such provisions could undermine the purpose of the original regulations.