The Supreme Court slammed the MCD for failing to maintain cleanliness around the Lodhi-era monument “Gumti of Shaikh Ali” in Delhi, warning officers of strict accountability. The bench reminded the civic body that court orders must be respected, not ignored until VIP visits.
Supreme Court orders no badminton or basketball courts at historic Gumti site. Monument to be preserved, beautified, and free from commercial misuse.
SC directs fresh notification to safeguard Lodhi-era monument; orders demolition of illegal structures and Rs 40 lakh compensation by encroachers.
