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Bombay High Court orders demolition of Swachh Bharat toilet in Calconda, Margao
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 21 Oct 2026, 10:02 AM
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The Bombay High Court directed that a toilet constructed under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in Calconda, Margao be torn down.
The Bombay High Court has issued an order to demolish a public toilet that was erected under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in the Calconda area of Margao, Goa. The court's directive came after a petition challenging the legality or compliance of the structure, though the specific grounds were not disclosed in the brief report.
The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, launched by the central government in 2014, aims to improve sanitation across the country by constructing toilets and promoting hygiene. While the scheme has led to the creation of millions of facilities, this ruling underscores that projects must adhere to statutory norms and local regulations.
Authorities in Goa are expected to comply with the High Court's order and commence demolition work promptly. The decision highlights the judiciary's role in overseeing the implementation of government schemes to ensure they meet legal and environmental standards.
The Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, launched by the central government in 2014, aims to improve sanitation across the country by constructing toilets and promoting hygiene. While the scheme has led to the creation of millions of facilities, this ruling underscores that projects must adhere to statutory norms and local regulations.
Authorities in Goa are expected to comply with the High Court's order and commence demolition work promptly. The decision highlights the judiciary's role in overseeing the implementation of government schemes to ensure they meet legal and environmental standards.