Tue Sep 03 12:26:37 UTC 2024: – Supreme Court is set to lay down pan-India guidelines on the use of bulldozers to demolish houses of people accused of crimes
– Guidelines will not protect unauthorized constructions but will ensure due process is followed in demolitions
– Uttar Pradesh government assures that demolitions in the state follow procedure as prescribed by law
– Petitioners raise concerns over demolition drive in Delhi after riots, questioning use of bulldozers to target accused individuals
– Suggestions invited from concerned parties for proposed guidelines
– Court emphasizes need for streamlined process to prevent unauthorized construction and unlawful demolitions
– Matter to be further heard on September 17, with senior advocates representing affected individuals participating in the case.

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