The Bombay High Court has strongly criticized the water resources department for ignoring over 70 illegal borewells in Chimbel. Justices expressed concern over groundwater depletion and potential saline water ingress in the coastal state. The court ordered immediate action to seal these borewells, with police and panchayat assistance to ensure safety.
‘Why do we destroy resources like this?’ HC slams govt on 70+ illegal borewells
Written on 04/28/2026
Lisa Monteiro

