Anuj Krishnakumar Mittal v. State of Maharashtra
Case brief
What is this about?
PIL alleging illegal encroachment and unauthorised construction at Joggers Park, Lokhandwala, and possible harm to nearby mangroves. Court deferred hearing for respondents' reply affidavit, directed the Municipal Corporation to conclude action on its notices, and fixed responsibility on the Assistant Commissioner 'K' Ward to prevent further encroachment and protect mangroves.
What the court decided
1 903 PIL 17-24.doc
IN THE HIGH COURT OF JUDICATURE AT BOMBAY ORDINARY ORIGINAL CIVIL JURISDICTION
PUBLIC INTEREST LITIGATION NO. 17 OF 2024
Anuj Krishnakumar Mittal and Ors. ...Petitioners Versus The State of Maharashtra and Ors. ...Respondents
Mr. Subhash Jha a/w Mr. Rishikesh Soni i/b Raveena Yadav for the Petitioners.
Mr. Vishal Thadani, Addl. G.P. a/w Ms. Rita Joshi, AGP for the Respondent Nos. 1 to 10/State.
SNEHA NITIN CHAVAN
Digitally signed by SNEHA NITIN CHAVAN Date: 2024.05.09 19:55:05 +0530
Ms. Oorja Dhond i/b S.K. Sonawane for Respondent Nos. 2 to 5.
Ms. Sayali Apte i/b P.G. Lad for Respondent No.6.
Mr. S. Bharucha a/w Mr. Ameet Mehta, Mr. Nirav Marjadi, Ms. Shrushti Mehta, Ms. Drashti Shah i/b Solicis Lex for Respondent Nos. 7, 8 and 9.
Issues for consideration
2 issues framed by the court
Whether the Municipal Corporation should act on its notices regarding alleged illegal encroachment and construction at Joggers Park, Lokhandwala.
How to prevent further encroachment and damage to mangroves at Joggers Park pending hearing.
Parties & counsel
- petitioner
Anuj Krishnakumar Mittal and Ors.
- respondent
The State of Maharashtra
- respondent
Respondent Nos. 7 to 9
Coram
Case details
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