Supreme Court of India · 2008-09-02
Supri Advert.& Entertainment Pvt.Ltd vs Anahita Pandole & Ors
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Supri Advert.& Entertainment Pvt.Ltd
- Respondent
- Anahita Pandole & Ors
- Author
- Altamas Kabir
- Bench
- G.S. Singhvi, Altamas Kabir
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the legality of mobile hoardings in Mumbai, emphasizing the provisions of Sections 328 and 328A of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888, and the Maharashtra (Urban Areas) Preservation of Trees Act, 1975. The Court held that permissions for hoardings must comply with statutory guidelines to prevent environmental degradation and ensure public safety. The appeal was allowed, reinforcing the need for adherence to municipal regulations regarding advertisements.