Archive · 28 May 2025
Supreme Court Won't Intervene in Gateway Jetty Construction Case
The Supreme Court decided not to stop the building of a boat dock near the Gateway of India.
The Court acknowledged the Bombay High Court is looking into the situation.
The court stated projects, like the coastal road, can benefit the city.
The government has stated that all the approvals are in place for the project.
Some people are worried about the project, saying it's only for some people and there was no public hearing.
Supreme Court declined to intervene in a case about a passenger jetty near the Gateway of India.
The Court noted the Bombay High Court is handling the case and expected a decision soon.
The Chief Justice mentioned benefits from similar infrastructure, like the coastal road.
The Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) has seven permissions for the project, as per the state.
The petitioners claim the project benefits a particular section of society without a public hearing.
- Who
- Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) and Clean and Heritage Colaba Residents Association.
- What
- A plea challenging construction of a passenger jetty and terminal facilities project.
- When
- The Supreme Court heard the case on Tuesday, June 11, 2024.
- Where
- Supreme Court, Mumbai, near Gateway of India.
- Why
- Residents sought to halt the jetty's construction due to concerns about its impact on a heritage site and lack of public hearing.
Residents Association
Maharashtra Maritime Board
Project Purpose
Residents Association
The project will benefit a specific group without a public hearing.
Maharashtra Maritime Board
The construction is a public infrastructure project with necessary clearances.
Project Viability
Residents Association
Concerns exist regarding project impacts on a heritage site and the lack of public consultation.
Maharashtra Maritime Board
The project is essential, with necessary approvals.
- Plaintiffs
- Clean and Heritage Colaba Residents Association
- Defendant
- Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB)
- Location
- Gateway of India, Mumbai
- Issue
- Jetty Construction
- Legal Action
- Special leave petition to Supreme Court
- Previous Court Ruling
- Bombay High Court declined to stay construction
