Gateway jetty project: Residents file plea in SC

A Special Leave Petition has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging the Bombay High Court's refusal to stay construction of a controversial jetty and terminal project at the iconic Gateway of India.

- Karuna Nidhi

MUMBAI:

The project, which allegedly threatens heritage structures, the marine environment, and public safety, is scheduled for a hearing in the apex court on May 27.

The petition has been filed by Laura D'Souza, president of the Cuffe Parade Residents' Association, through advocate Anagha S Desai of Desai Legal LLP. It contests the Bombay High Court's orders dated May 7 and 8, which declined to grant interim relief to halt ongoing construction, demolition, or alteration activities related to the Passenger Jetty and Terminal Facilities.

According to the petitioners, the project impacts more than 210,000 residents in the Colaba area.