Big Top Court Verdict On 'Bulldozer Justice' Today, Pan-India Norms Expected

The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on Wednesday, November 13, on pleas seeking to stop authorities' “bulldozer” action against accused persons as a punitive measure. The top court will decide on framing pan-India guidelines to prevent the“illegal” demolition of homes and other properties.

A bulldozer being used to demolish the bakery of Moid Khan who is accused of allegedly raping a 12-year-old girl, in Ayodhya. (File image)

On October 1, the court extended its interim order, asking authorities to stop demolition drives until further orders were received. The interim order did not apply to unauthorised constructions, including religious structures on roads and footpaths. The court also remarked that “public safety” is paramount, and no religious structure, be it a temple, dargah, or gurdwara, in the middle of the road can obstruct the public.