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.
The Supreme Court criticized the Residents’ Welfare Association for occupying the historic Gumti of Shaikh Ali tomb and rebuked the Archaeological Survey of India for failing to protect it. The court plans to appoint an archaeological expert to assess damages and emphasized the need to safeguard heritage sites for future generations.
