“You Will Clean It in 2 Hours If a Dignitary Comes”: Supreme Court Raps MCD Over Neglect of Lodhi-Era ‘Gumti of Shaikh Ali’

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.

Serious Lapses: Supreme Court Slams MCD, Orders Day-Wise Affidavit on Defence Colony’s Historic Gumti of Shaikh Ali In Delhi

The Supreme Court pulled up MCD for neglecting the historic Gumti of Shaikh Ali in Defence Colony and ordered a detailed day-wise affidavit. The Bench expressed shock over casual treatment and warned strict action if progress lags.