Delhi High Court Orders Immediate Fix for Shaheen Bagh Sewer Leakage

The Delhi High Court directed the Delhi Jal Board to stop open sewer leakage at Shaheen Bagh immediately.

The matter arose when a Times of India report on 7 January 2026 highlighted unsafe sewer leakage near the area. The Bench said open sewer leakage is a safety, security, and health hazard, making roads unusable for residents.

The Court allowed Delhi Jal Board to take help from Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Public Works Department, or other civic bodies to inspect and fix the leakage and file a status report. While hearing the larger suo motu waterlogging case, the Court asked civic bodies to meet and flag unresolved issues.

The matter is listed for 16 January 2026.