Swaminathan vs
Case brief
What is this about?
The Bench considered an application regarding the non-functioning of a Sewerage Treatment Plant in Kumbakonam causing water pollution. It constituted a Joint Committee headed by the District Magistrate and TN State Pollution Control Board to investigate and take action within two months, disposing of the application.
What did the court decide?
Constitution of a Joint Committee (DM, Thanjavur and TNSPCB) to investigate STP non-functioning and take remedial action within two months if violation is found.