The Bombay High Court on Wednesday dropped contempt proceedings against five state government officers after they tendered unconditional apologies to the court for not following its orders. A division.
Senior Advocate Ashutosh Kumbhakoni, appearing for MMRCL, said that when they filed the application four years back it was for the felling of 84 trees. However, with the passage of time, the small saplings and shrubs have grown into trees, raising the need for more trees to be cut.
Senior Advocate Ashutosh Kumbhakoni, appearing for MMRCL, informed the Court that when the application was filed, it was for felling of 84 trees, but with the passage of time, the land saw growth of more trees.