High Court Greenlights Safe Disposal of Bhopal Chemical Waste

The Madhya Pradesh High Court approved the disposal of four-decade-old chemical waste from the Union Carbide factory in Bhopal. The waste will be incinerated at Pithampur's plant over 72 days, with measures ensuring safety. The disposal follows successful trial runs and addresses environmental concerns from local organizations.

The Madhya Pradesh High Court has given the green light to the state government for the disposal of hazardous chemical waste from the defunct Union Carbide factory in Bhopal, which will be managed at a plant in Pithampur.

This decision comes after a successful trial incineration confirmed the absence of any adverse effects. The waste will be safely disposed of over a 72-day period, starting shortly, according to directives issued by a division bench of Chief Justice S. K. Kait and Justice Vivek Jain.

Local opposition to the disposal plan has been met with assurances from the state government, confirming that all safety protocols will be followed. The Madhya Pradesh government has agreed to address any concerns raised by local organizations as the incineration process progresses.

(With inputs from agencies.)