Overview
- The bench issued notice directing the Hyderabad Police Commissioner to respond by September 23 in a suo motu PIL on reported continuous blasting near Nyaya Vihar.
- Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh expressed disappointment that the Commissioner had not furnished details on permissions and the NOC process despite earlier requests.
- The judges questioned whether approvals accounted for technical expertise and safety parameters, including vibration, flying debris, noise, and proximity to sensitive institutions.
- Additional Advocate General Mohammed Imran Khan said multiple departments are involved, the Commissioner issues NOCs based on inputs, and clarifications have been sought from PESO and the CCoE.
- Blasting at the Jubilee Hills site has been halted, and revenue authorities are examining land ownership and potential impacts on nearby residents and businesses.