Bombay High Court Permits Christmas Festival but Denies Chhath Puja at Girgaum Chowpatty
The Bombay High Court has permitted the Prabhu Yeshu Janmotrav Trust to hold its annual Christmas Musical Festival over 15,000 square metres at Girgaum Chowpatty on December 13, subject to safety and environmental conditions. Conversely, the court declined immediate relief to the Mithila Chhath Puja Sangh seeking permission for Chhath Puja celebrations at the same venue on November 15-16, citing public order, health, and procedural requirements. The court noted that only certain religious events are allowed at Girgaum Chowpatty under a High Power Committee directive, with other events requiring prior permissions.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 9 Nov, 08:22 pm. Other outlets followed.