Supreme Court of India · 2025-05-30
Municipal Corporation Of Greater ... vs Pankaj Babulal Kotecha
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Municipal Corporation Of Greater ...
- Respondent
- Pankaj Babulal Kotecha
- Author
- Surya Kant
- Bench
- Surya Kant
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a dispute concerning the redevelopment of a theme park by the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai, which allegedly led to the obliteration of a historic lake. The High Court had directed the state to restore the lake, considering it a public interest issue. The Court's decision focused on environmental preservation and the protection of public water bodies, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding historical lakes during urban development. The judgment underscores the need for balancing development with environmental conservation.