Delhi High Court Upholds Right to Clean Environment
New Delhi – The Delhi High Court has ruled that the presence of a public urinal and open garbage bin adjacent to a residence violates the constitutional right to live with dignity in a clean environment. Justice Amit Bansal issued the order following a petition by a lawyer whose property was affected.
Key Facts:
- Violation: The court cited Article 21, emphasizing the right to a hygienic environment.
- Directives: The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) must demolish the urinal and bin.
- Remedy: The MCD is ordered to provide a covered waste bin, placed away from the petitioner’s property.