Nicoment Industries Ltd vs Goa State Pollution Control Board & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the interim order of the Bombay High Court directing Nicoment Industries Ltd. to cease operations due to non-compliance with environmental regulations under the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. The Court noted that the appellant had made arrangements for hazardous waste disposal and had received clearance for a landfill site, thus allowing for the possibility of reopening the factory. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to environmental standards to prevent pollution and protect public health.