Haldwani is under heavy security ahead of the Supreme Court’s verdict on the major railway land encroachment case involving over 4,300 families. Authorities have deployed massive forces as residents fear large-scale eviction without a relocation plan.
The Uttarakhand High Court granted default bail to 50 individuals accused of serious charges relating to the violence in Haldwani’s Banbhoolpura. The court overturned a lower court’s decision to allow the police additional time to file the charge sheet. The ruling stemmed from delays and sluggishness in the police probe, leading to concerns about prolonged detention without prompt investigation.
Abdul Malik, main suspect in the Haldwani violence, faces 10 days in police custody following his arrest in Delhi. Court approval comes after police stressed the need for thorough interrogation. His apprehension is crucial in addressing the aftermath of the violence on February 8, with the Uttarakhand police receiving commendation for their efforts.
The Uttarakhand High Court recently deliberated on a petition challenging the removal of an alleged encroachment on Safia Malik’s garden in Banbhulpura. The dispute centers around a land lease from 1937 granted for agricultural use. The case has sparked violence and led to six deaths, prompting a curfew. The court has requested a comprehensive response from the state government.
