Bhopal Gas Tragedy, the waste from the Union Carbide factory is finally set to be destroyed. The Supreme Court has refused to intervene, clearing the way for the disposal of toxic waste that has been a longstanding environmental and health concern.

Key Developments

• The toxic waste from the Union Carbide plant will be incinerated, putting an end to years of debate over its disposal.
• The Supreme Court, in its ruling, declined to halt the process, stating that necessary safety protocols must be followed during disposal.
• Environmental activists and local residents have expressed mixed reactions, with some welcoming the decision as a step toward closure, while others remain concerned about possible health risks.

Why Is This Significant?

• The Bhopal Gas Tragedy of 1984 remains one of the world’s worst industrial disasters, with thousands of lives lost and many still suffering from its aftereffects.
• The leftover hazardous waste has posed environmental risks, leading to prolonged legal and administrative battles over its removal.