IN THE HIGH COURT OF RAJASTHAN AT JAIPUR BENCH
Anoop Kumar Dhand, J.
Save the Planet Earth and the Future Generation of this Universe - Petitioner
Versus
Union of India - Respondent
CW No. 9470 of 2024
Decided On : 30-05-2024
(A) Climate Change - Suo Moto Public Interest Litigation - Heat Action Plan - The court took suo moto cognizance of the extreme heat and cold waves affecting citizens, directing the implementation of the Heat Action Plan and the Prevention of Deaths Due to Heat and Cold Waves Bill, 2015. (Paras 22, 27)
(B) Public Health - The court emphasized the need for immediate actions to prevent heat-related deaths, including providing cooling spaces, public advisories, and compensation for victims. (Paras 27, 28)
Facts of the case:
The court noted the increasing fatalities due to extreme weather conditions and the government's inaction in implementing necessary health and safety measures.
Findings of Court:
The court directed the government to take immediate steps to implement the Heat Action Plan and related health initiatives effectively.
Issues: The main issues included the need for legislative action to address climate-related health risks and the implementation of existing plans to protect vulnerable populations.
Ratio Decidendi: The court ruled that immediate and effective measures must be taken to safeguard public health against climate change impacts, emphasizing the government's responsibility in this regard.
Result: The court directed the government to take urgent actions and report back on progress.
ORDER :
Anoop Kumar Dhand, J.
Earth is the only known planet having life in this Universe. Earth is the only planet which can sustain life on it. We do not have a planet-B which we can move onto. Earth is the home of million species including living and non-living.
2. Our planet is definitely a priceless gift from God. It is the principal saver of all essential nutrients for all living things on the planet. Earth provides everything we need, including the food we eat, the clothes we wear, the homes we live in. Earth is known as 'Mother Earth' because like our mother, she is always nursing us and providing for all of our needs.
3. On Earth, there are humans, animals, plants, water bodies, land, mountains, dirt and so no. Our planet is the only place on the globe where living things can survive. As a result, it becomes increasingly critical and crucial to save our planet.
4. Mother Earth is clearly urging a call to action. Nature is suffering. Extreme heart now-a-days crossing the temperature more than 50 Degree Celsius have affected millions of people of the State of Rajasthan and across the nation. Climate change, man-made change to nature as well as crimes that disrupt biodiversity, such as deforestation, cutting of trees, land use changes, destroying natural water bodies, etc. can accelerate the speed of destruction of the planet. Rapid cutting of trees has caused disaster climate change.
5. So we should respect and maintain everything we get from our mother Earth. We should save the mother Earth so that our future generations can live in a safe environment. This makes it all the more serious to save the Earth and save our lives. If we do not take strict action now, we will lose the chance of seeing out future generations flourish forever. Everyone must come together for the same cause, as we are inhabitants of this planet firstly and then anything else.
6. As all human activities are impacting the lives of other organisms, humans only need to take steps to protect the Earth and its resources. A little effort of each individual human being will go a long way on everone's end. Each action will make a difference. We will only succeed only if everyone plays a part. Let's take a step to provide harmony with nature and the Earth. Let each and every individual start a movement now to restore our old rich world.
7. We all should respect and maintain everything we get from our mother Earth. We should save the mother Earth so that our future generations can live a safe environment. We can save the Earth by saving the trees, natural vegetation, water natural resources. We should strictly follow all possible measures to control the environment pollution and global warming. Everyone should plant more trees in the surrounding areas to curb the pollution and reduce the efforts of global warming.
8. Every small contribution we make to preserve the Earth and its ecology would certainly make a difference. A little effort will go a long way on everyone's end. Each action will make a difference.
9. The Government and individuals must come together to save the Earth. Let the people make aware of the consequences of not saving the Earth. They can be taught ways as to how they can contribute to saving the Earth. If all this collective effort starts happening, we can surely save our planet Earth and make brighter Earth for our future generations.
10. Save the Earth and save the future is a crucial responsibility that arises from a combination of moral, realistic and long-term survival concerns.
11. There is no purity in environment, be it air and water. Almost all food eatables are found to be adulterated. Chemicals and insecticides are used in eatables of daily life. Almost all dairy products, milk, ghee, grains, fruits, vegetables, etc. are developed with chemicals which is seriously affecting the life of public at large, causing serious life threatening decease like cancer, etc. Few persons are creating all these illegal unwarranted deeds for making easy m
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