Mumbai, Aug. 13 -- After the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) proposal to feed pigeons between 6-8 AM, the Bombay High Court on Wednesday slammed the local governing body while directing that a committee be formed to seek public opinion on the issue.

The committee, which will be formed by August 20 in view of public health and birds/animals welfare, is expected to submit its report on the issue.

The Bombay HC gave its peace of mind to the BMC for changing its previous decision that barred the feeding of pigeons due to public health concerns. The BMC told the High Court that it was ready to allow feeding pigeons between 6 and 8 AM, but only with certain conditions.

"How can you issue such an order? First, you made a decision in ...