Bombay High Court Takes Action After Children Die in Open Water Tank

The Bombay High Court has expressed outrage over the deaths of two young children who fell into an open water tank in a public garden. The court initiated a public interest litigation (PIL) on its own motion (suo motu) and issued a notice to the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC).

Key Points:

• Two minors, aged 4 and 5, died after falling into an unlidded water tank in Maharshi Karve Garden.
• The High Court questioned the BMC’s “budgetary constraints” as an excuse for neglecting safety measures.
• The court highlighted the lack of a compensation scheme for victims of municipal negligence.
• It emphasized the BMC’s responsibility for public safety and potential financial liability.
• Senior advocates will assist the court in exploring legal aspects of the case.

This incident raises important questions about:

• Municipal corporation accountability for public safety.
• The need for proper safety measures in public spaces.
• Compensation for victims of negligence by government bodies.

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