State Of West Bengal vs Howrah Ganatantrik Nagarik Samity & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Calcutta High Court's directive to shift the bus terminus at Esplanade to protect the Victoria Memorial Hall, emphasizing the need for preservation as per recommendations from the National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI). The Court found that the High Court's order was justified despite the appellant's concerns about public inconvenience, as the preservation of historical monuments is paramount. The appeal by the State of West Bengal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision.