Bombay High Court Seeks Measures for Air Pollution from Mumbai and Neighboring Cities

The Bombay High Court has directed a high-powered committee to consider air pollution sources beyond Mumbai, including adjoining cities, in its recommendations. This follows concerns raised by environmental group Vanashakti about pollution from container depots and truck movements near Panvel, contributing to Mumbai's deteriorating air quality. The court noted parallels with Delhi's pollution linked to neighboring states and has scheduled further hearings to address regional pollution factors affecting the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.