Bombay High Court slams civic bodies over poor road conditions in Mumbai, stating there is no justification for pothole-related hazards. The Court emphasizes that the government and municipal authorities are duty-bound to ensure safe and proper road infrastructure for the public.
The Supreme Court dismissed NHAI’s appeal against the Kerala High Court order suspending toll collection at Paliyekkara, stressing that citizens cannot be charged for bad roads. The court said toll is a public trust and must match proper road maintenance.
The Bombay High Court refrained from contempt proceedings against Maharashtra civic bodies for non-compliance with road maintenance orders. While acknowledging some efforts, the court emphasized citizens’ rights to safe roads. It revived a 2013 public interest litigation for ongoing monitoring and directed authorities to submit a compliance report by December 3.
