The Supreme Court has taken suo motu action after observing that the Uttarakhand government remained a “mute spectator” while forest land was being illegally grabbed. The Court ordered a fact-finding inquiry, stopped all construction, and directed the Forest Department to take possession of vacant land.
The Bombay High Court denied ex-AIMIM MLA Farukh Shah’s request to quash an FIR concerning illegal construction and naming of a public square. The court ruled his actions violated legal protocols and misused public funds. Shah faces multiple criminal charges, while the investigation regarding fund misappropriation continues.
On June 11, Prayagraj Municipal Corporation demolished 151 illegal temporary advocate chambers, leading to protests by lawyers demanding alternative arrangements. The demolition followed prior notices and continued a campaign against encroachments. After escalating tensions and damage to property, talks commenced, with a proposal for permanent accommodations for displaced advocates being discussed.
The Supreme Court of India has ordered a halt to the demolition of Bale Shah Peer Dargah in Uttan, maintaining the status quo. A notice was issued to the Maharashtra government regarding its previous actions. The case will be revisited in four weeks, following concerns over alleged illegal construction in a protected area.