MULLAPERIYAR ENVIRMNTL.PROTECTION FORUM vs UNION OF INDIA .

The Supreme Court addressed the safety concerns regarding the Mullaperiyar Dam, originally established under an agreement dated 29th October 1886. The Court examined the implications of raising the water level beyond 136 ft, considering the historical context and modifications made in 1970. It held that the safety measures recommended by the Central Water Commission must be implemented to ensure the dam's integrity, thereby prioritizing public safety over historical agreements.