Supreme Court’s Remark on Demolition Practices: A Turning Point for Justice

BSP president Mayawati welcomed the Supreme Court's observation concerning house demolitions of criminal suspects, advocating for punitive actions within legal frameworks. The Court plans to establish nationwide guidelines on this matter, emphasizing that accused individuals' families shouldn't suffer for their deeds.

BSP president Mayawati on Tuesday endorsed the Supreme Court's critical observation regarding the demolition of houses belonging to individuals accused in criminal cases. She emphasized that the families of criminals should not face punishment for the acts of their kin.

The Supreme Court, addressing several state administrations' practice of bulldozing homes of accused persons, questioned the legitimacy of such actions. On Monday, the Court stated that it would create enforceable guidelines for this issue nationwide.

Calling for strict adherence to the law, Mayawati stressed that justice should not entail punishing innocent family members and argued for strict legal action against corrupt officials who fail to deliver justice. The Court's observation came during the hearing of petitions against demolitions related to rioting and violence, though it clarified it would not support unauthorized constructions or encroachments on public roads.

(With inputs from agencies.)