Ruling Aims to Prevent Arbitrary Demolitions Without Legal Process
The Supreme Court of India has temporarily halted bulldozer demolitions until October 1, barring actions on public roads, water bodies, or railway lines. This pause comes amid concerns over the increasing use of demolition as a punitive measure, often carried out without proper legal oversight. In a recent case from Gujarat, the court intervened, emphasizing that demolitions must follow legal procedures. SP chief Akhilesh Yadav lauded the ruling, criticizing bulldozer actions as unconstitutional and politically motivated.
