M.C. Mehta vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issues surrounding visitor management at the Taj Mahal, emphasizing the need for improved facilities and streamlined entry processes to enhance the visitor experience while preserving the monument's integrity. The court noted the significant visitor numbers and long waiting times, which necessitated intervention by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) to propose upgrades. The court directed the ASI to implement measures that would alleviate visitor strain and protect the monument's grandeur, thereby balancing tourism with conservation efforts.