Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (India): Today, 17th March, The Allahabad High Court has dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that sought a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged irregularities during the Mahakumbh event in Prayagraj.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) sought a response from the Uttar Pradesh government regarding open defecation at the Maha Kumbh Mela. A petition was filed demanding Rs. 10 crore as environmental compensation for inadequate sanitation facilities. The plea argues that the government’s failure to provide proper amenities has harmed the environment. The tribunal directed the state to clarify its stance on the issue.
