The Bombay High Court allowed a plea by four co-operative housing societies in Ulwe against an ‘illegal’ crematorium in their vicinity, stating that citizens do not have a fundamental right to demand a specific location for cremation. The petitioners argued that the crematorium caused mental impact on children and air pollution, affecting residents’ health, leading to authorities taking action to remove the unauthorized structure. The court directed authorities to use the land as per the sanctioned plan, emphasizing the need to address the concerns of the affected societies and prioritize public welfare.
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