Demolition of Ajmer’s Seven Wonders Park began on Friday, six months after the Supreme Court ordered its removal. The Ajmer Development Authority started dismantling the site ahead of the September 17 deadline set by the district administration.
The Calcutta High Court ruled that denial of electricity based on lack of ownership documents violates access to basic services. The case involved Krishnawathi, whose application was rejected under Clause 5.30 of JERC Regulation. Justice Rao emphasized that essential services shouldn’t be denied to lawful occupants, even encroachers, highlighting prior court decisions supporting this view.
The Gujarat High Court has upheld a demolition drive in the Chandola Lake area of Ahmedabad, impacting over 6,500 residents, primarily Muslims, accused of being undocumented migrants. Petitioners argued lack of notice and legality, but the court stated they were illegal encroachers. The government cited public safety and national security as justifications for the demolitions.
The Uttarakhand Waqf Board has requested the Supreme Court to join a case challenging the Waqf (Amendment) Act, supporting the law’s constitutional validity. The Board sees itself as a vital participant due to its role in managing Waqf properties, addressing concerns about property genuineness and illegal encroachments while seeking to assist the court.
![[Manipur Violence] "Provide Details About Arson and Encroachment in Sealed Cover": CJI Khanna to State Govt.](https://i0.wp.com/lawchakra.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/image-5-6.png?resize=447%2C367&ssl=1)
Today, On 9th December, the Chief Justice Sanjiv Khanna directed the Manipur government to submit a sealed report on property damage from recent ethnic violence. The hearing is set for January 20. The unrest, stemming from tensions between the Meitei majority and tribal groups, has caused over 160 deaths since May 2023.
Yesterday, On 14th October, the Supreme Court dismissed a new plea against the use of bulldozers for demolition, asserting the issue had been resolved. It also declined to consider compensation claims for affected individuals. Reserved judgments on bulldozer actions are anticipated, emphasizing legal guidelines and protections regardless of religion amidst growing concerns over “bulldozer justice.”