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Swachh Bharat Scheme | Madras HC Halts New Toilet Construction Until Existing Abandoned Facilities Are Maintained : Madurai Bench
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Swachh Bharat Scheme | Madras HC Halts New Toilet Construction Until Existing Abandoned Facilities Are Maintained : Madurai Bench

Madurai Bench of Madras High Court mandates authorities to prioritize maintenance of existing public toilets before allocating funds for new construction, emphasizing sustainable use of public funds under the Swachh Bharat Scheme. The ruling sets a precedent for fiscal accountability in public infrastructure projects, impacting local bodies and urban development policies.