Haldwani Railway Eviction Case: Supreme Court Says “Encroachers Cannot Dictate Terms”; Pushes 4,000 Families Towards PM Awas Yojana

The Supreme Court ruled that the Haldwani railway land belongs to the State and encroachers cannot insist on rehabilitation at the same site. The Court directed authorities to help affected families apply under PM Awas Yojana and find a practical solution before March 31.