HC imposes ban on Mumbai’s ‘Kabutarkhana’, human health top priority
Mumbai, 07 Aug (HS): The Bombay High Court has imposed a ban on feeding pigeons. The Court has directed the State Government to form a Study Committee, and also consider an alternative place for Mumbai’s Kabutarkhana. The c
HC imposes ban on Mumbai’s ‘Kabutarkhana’, human health top priority


Mumbai,

07 Aug (HS): The Bombay High Court has imposed a ban on feeding pigeons. The Court has

directed the State Government to form a Study Committee, and also consider

an alternative place for Mumbai’s Kabutarkhana. The court specifically stated that

human health is the most important factor while imposing a ban on the Kaburkhana.

The droppings and feathers cause serious health issues among human beings.

The

Constitution has granted every citizen the right to live. For the demand of any

specific groups of people health of many others cannot be compromised. The next

hearing on the issue will be held next Wednesday. The Court has directed the

Advocate General to remain present on Wednesday.

A

community approached the court following orders to ban the feeding of pigeons, particularly

at Dadar’s Kabutarkhana. The place was also covered with tarpaulin. Chief

Minister Devendra Fadnavis had also taken cognizance of the Jain community’s feelings.

The HC, however, considered health of people as the first priority and banned

feeding the birds at the Kabutarkhana.

Mumbai

Municipal Corporation submitted reports from two hospitals. The Court wanted

the civic authorities to submit detailed data related to the health problems

due to droppings and feathers of pigeons.

The

droppings and feathers can cause serious respiratory problems, including hypersensitive

pneumonia, swelling in the lungs, and the respiratory tract.

The

government authorities have appealed to the people to refrain from feeding

these birds. Violation of the orders will invite a fine of Rs 500.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Ajay Vasant Mardikar


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