Delhi High Court Slams DDA Over Open Drain Deaths

The Delhi High Court criticized the DDA for negligence after a mother and son fell into a waterlogged open drain. The court urged compensation and accountability from officials and contractors involved. The police have arrested the contractor and are completing their investigation into the incident.

The Delhi High Court has strongly criticized the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) for negligence following the tragic death of a mother and her son who fell into a waterlogged open drain last month.

Acting Chief Justice Manmohan and Justice Tushar Rao Gedela noted the lack of proper supervision by DDA officials over the contractor's work, urging the DDA's counsel to arrange compensation for the victims' family before the next hearing on September 5.

Despite assurances from DDA's counsel of strict legal actions, the court highlighted the DDA's denial and emphasized the urgent need for a detailed investigation and accountability.

(With inputs from agencies.)