Janhit Manch and Anr. v. Union of India and 4 Ors. and Makrand Narwerkar (Applicant)
Case brief
What is this about?
The Bombay High Court disposed of Public Interest Litigation No. 89 of 2010, which concerned beach safety in Mumbai. Finding that no assistance was provided by petitioners and coercing them is futile, the court held that such PILs cannot be pursued endlessly. The actionable Pier Summons was also disposed of, emphasizing the role of residents and authorities in maintaining public safety.
What did the court decide?
Disposal of PIL and discharging the Chamber Summons without further orders.