The Delhi High Court has come up very badly on a frivolous petition filed by a law student, seeking compensation for detrimental effects of air pollution on his health.
The petition was heard by a single-judge bench of Justice Yashwant Varma who not only rejected the plea but also said that court is a serious place which cannot become a tool for the petitioner’s resume or CV.
The Judge said “Sir, remember, court is a serious place. Your right to file a petition in this court right is not merely a tool for your resume and CV. Next time you have a serious issue to raise, you are most welcome to do so but otherwise…
The petitioner had moved to the Court for seeking compensation of ₹15 lakh and health insurance of ₹25 lakh.
In its findings, Court noted that no evidence or medical report was found, which could clarify the claims made.The Court noted that there was no medical proof to show any personal injury to the petitioner and the plea is misconceived.
The court added “I don’t want a general discussion on the subject of pollution and its side effects. I am asking you to show us the material in support… Any medical report, any medical evidence, examination of a doctor who may have treated you after you suffered any injury on account of pollution?“
The petitioner said that although he has no documentary proof or a medical report, but is suffering from severe breathing troubles.
The petitioner added that the effects of pollution in the national capital would become visible to him in old age.
The petitioner said that pollution is the root cause of many diseases and a slow poison.