Archive · 28 May 2025
SC Rejects Plea Against Mumbai Jetty Project
The Supreme Court said no to a challenge against building a passenger jetty in Mumbai.
Some people were against it, but the court sided with the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB).
The court said the Bombay High Court already allowed the project.
The residents argued for the project to be stopped, but the court dismissed their request.
The court mentioned similar projects exist in other cities, like Miami.
The MMB stated it's a public project and has all needed permissions.
The project is expected to take two years.
The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the Bombay High Court's order.
The challenge concerned the construction of a passenger jetty near the Gateway of India.
The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) is involved in the project.
The residents argued for halting the project due to various concerns.
The court noted the project's global implementation and necessary permissions.
- Who
- The Supreme Court, Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), and residents including Laura D Souza.
- What
- The Supreme Court refused to interfere with the Bombay High Court's order on a jetty project.
- When
- Tuesday, the Supreme Court made the decision.
- Where
- Mumbai, India
- Why
- The residents challenged the project.
Residents
Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB)
Project Benefit
Residents
The project's benefits are limited to a specific group and there was no public hearing.
Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB)
The project is a public project that may benefit a particular section of society.
Project Scope
Residents
The project goes "10 acres into the sea" and is not a "standalone jetty".
Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB)
The project is 650m.
- Main Party
- Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB)
- Petitioners
- Laura D Souza and others
- Location
- Gateway of India to Radio Club, Mumbai
- Previous Court Order
- Bombay High Court
- Project Duration
- 2 years
