Bombay HC Dismisses PIL Seeking Recovery of Z+ Security Cost for Mohan Bhagwat

Lalan Kishor Singh Vs Union of India (Bombay High Court) The Bombay High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by a petitioner who challenged the provision of Z+ security to Mohan Bhagwat and sought recovery of the associated costs from the organization. The petitioner claimed that public funds should not be used for such security and relied on the judgment in Union of India Vs. Bikash Saha and others, arguing that security cover must be based on a reasonable threat perception. The petitioner also sought directions for authorities to act on his representations. The Court obs...