Today, On 30th May, The Delhi High Court directed the PWD to clean a culvert in the Delhi Cantonment area after noting that soldiers were forced to walk through waist-deep sludge four times daily, calling the condition unacceptable and unsafe.
The Delhi High Court criticized the denial of disability pensions to soldiers, emphasizing their hardships in extreme conditions. The court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal’s decision, directing the grant of disability pensions to two soldiers. It remarked that while civilians enjoy comfort, soldiers endure harsh conditions. The ruling reinforces the need for fair treatment of armed forces personnel.
The Uttarakhand High Court issued a stay order on the construction of the ‘Sainya Dham’ memorial in Dehradun due to concerns over environmental and legal compliance issues. The decision, made in response to a petition, aims to ensure meticulous adherence to regulatory norms. This case sets a precedent for balanced development and environmental sustainability in the region.