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Supreme Court orders HC chief justice to register case on 2022 pesticide plant victims
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 16 Sep 2026, 02:36 PM
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The Supreme Court has directed the chief justice of the Gujarat High Court to open a case aimed at identifying the victims of the 2022 pesticide plant accident.
The Supreme Court has issued an order to the chief justice of the Gujarat High Court, asking him to register a case that will focus on identifying the persons affected by the 2022 pesticide‑plant accident. The directive underscores the apex court's concern for bringing closure to families still awaiting official confirmation of their loved ones' status.
The 2022 incident, which involved a large pesticide manufacturing unit in Gujarat, resulted in a significant loss of life and injuries. Many of those killed or injured remain unidentified, complicating compensation and legal processes.
By mandating a dedicated case, the Supreme Court aims to create a systematic mechanism for victim identification, ensuring that relief measures can be accurately targeted. The High Court will now oversee the proceedings, coordinating with relevant authorities to compile and verify records.
Legal experts note that such an order can expedite the resolution of pending claims and provide a clearer picture of the disaster's human toll, helping both the state and the affected families move forward.
The 2022 incident, which involved a large pesticide manufacturing unit in Gujarat, resulted in a significant loss of life and injuries. Many of those killed or injured remain unidentified, complicating compensation and legal processes.
By mandating a dedicated case, the Supreme Court aims to create a systematic mechanism for victim identification, ensuring that relief measures can be accurately targeted. The High Court will now oversee the proceedings, coordinating with relevant authorities to compile and verify records.
Legal experts note that such an order can expedite the resolution of pending claims and provide a clearer picture of the disaster's human toll, helping both the state and the affected families move forward.