M.C.D vs Asscn.,Victims Of Uphaar Tragedy & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the Uphaar Cinema tragedy, emphasizing the liability of the theatre owners and public authorities under various statutory obligations for fire safety, including the Delhi Fire Service Act. The Court held that the failure to ensure adequate safety measures and the locking of exits constituted negligence leading to the deaths of 59 patrons and injuries to 103 others. The judgment reinforced the principle that both private entities and public authorities must adhere to safety regulations to protect public welfare, resulting in the upholding of the Delhi High Court's findings against the theatre owners and authorities.