The Supreme Court has temporarily halted demolitions, reinforcing due process and warning against political “glorification”
Invoking Article 142, the Court asserted its authority to ensure complete justice, questioning demolitions without proper legal basis
Demolitions have displaced over 700,000 people since 2022, often targeting homes and businesses, eroding trust in the rule of law
The Court has challenged sudden demolitions, particularly those following riots, highlighting potential misuse of administrative power
Petitioners argued demolitions disproportionately targeted minority communities after riots, raising concerns of bias and fairness
To address rising concerns, the Court's prompt issuance of guidelines on the legal premises for demolitions is crucial