Supreme Court Delivers Verdict on ‘Bulldozer Justice’ Demolition Drives: Guidelines and Compensation
The Supreme Court of India has delivered its verdict on the controversial ‘bulldozer justice’ demolition drives, issuing pan-India guidelines for executing such actions and ordering compensation in a related case. The court’s decision comes after hearing petitions challenging the demolition of properties belonging to individuals accused in criminal cases, often without due process. The verdict emphasizes the importance of following legal procedures and safeguards against arbitrary demolitions.