NEW DELHI: Supreme Court Judge Justice BV Nagarathna recently raised concerns about the misuse of Public Interest Litigations (PILs), emphasizing that it is time to reflect on how PILs, once a powerful legal tool for justice, are now being misused by some individuals.
Supreme Court Justice Sanjay Karol expressed concerns over the environmental impact of dam construction on the Sutlej River at the launch of a book on climate change. He emphasized the severe consequences of climate change on agriculture and urged for sustainable agricultural practices. Other justices also highlighted the urgent need for climate crisis action in India.
Supreme Court Justice Surya Kant stressed the necessity of safeguarding free speech, especially for journalists and the media. He emphasized the crucial link between freedom of speech and leading a dignified life, and the courts’ disapproval of attempts to curtail this right. The event also featured discussions on protecting the media’s rights within constitutional limits.