Results Water Blockage and Risk of Infections: Supreme Court Slams Pan Masala & Gutka Spitting Inside Premises

The Supreme Court of India issued a notice warning people against chewing pan masala or tobacco and spitting in washbasins, wall corners, and drinking water points. It stressed that such habits cause blockage, infections, and urged maintaining cleanliness.

Supreme Court Warns: Municipal Bodies Will ‘Become Defunct’ Without Revenue, Cannot Deliver Basic Services

The Supreme Court has held that civic bodies cannot function or meet their legal duties without steady revenue, stressing that regular tax revisions are essential. The Court warned that without adequate funds, municipalities risk becoming defunct, causing chaos and harming public health.