“You Can’t Come with a Bulldozer & Demolish the House Overnight”: CJI Slams UP Authorities, Orders Rs 25 Lakh Compensation to Owner

Today, On 6th November, the Supreme Court criticized Uttar Pradesh for unlawfully demolishing a house in 2019, ordering Rs 25 lakh in compensation to the homeowner. The court emphasized the need for lawful procedures in property demolition and directed an investigation into the involved officials, reinforcing citizens’ rights against arbitrary state actions.