Tue Sep 03 02:25:54 UTC 2024: – The Supreme Court observed that a house cannot be demolished even if the person has been convicted
– A petition challenging bulldozer action against accused individuals in various cases was heard
– The SC will put out pan-India guidelines to address concerns regarding the demolition of houses and buildings
– The bench expressed concerns regarding houses being demolished based on accusations or allegations
– Senior Advocates highlighted instances where houses were demolished without proper justification
– Solicitor General Tushar Mehta argued that houses are only demolished when there is a violation of the law
– The need for guidelines on demolishing unauthorized buildings to be enforced across the state was emphasized
– The SC will continue hearing the matter on September 17
– Multiple cases related to the “bulldozer justice” practice of demolishing properties linked to individuals involved in criminal activities are being addressed.

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