'You may bulldoze my home…': Congress leaders ahead of SC hearing on Delhi's demolition drive
2 years, 8 months ago

'You may bulldoze my home…': Congress leaders ahead of SC hearing on Delhi's demolition drive

Hindustan Times  

Senior Congress leaders P Chidambaram and Kapil Sibal on Thursday hit out at the “targeted bulldozing” of the alleged illegally constructed shops and houses in the violence-hit area of Delhi’s Jahangirpuri. In an apparent reference to the continued demolition of structures in Jahangirpuri despite the Supreme Court’s order to maintain the status quo, Chidambaram said that the bulldozer represents the “arbitrary order” from the civic body while the apex court represents the law. The bench headed by Chief Justice N V Ramana directed the court’s registry to convey its order to the NDMC mayor, commissioner and the Delhi police commissioner immediately after it was apprised that the authorities were continuing with their demolition drive despite court's order. Sibal, who also appeared for the Muslim body, alleged “targeted bulldozing” and tweeted: “You may bulldoze my home Not my spirit”.

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Inhuman: KTR slams Congress, Rahul Gandhi over Hyderabad demolition drive
1 week, 1 day ago

Inhuman: KTR slams Congress, Rahul Gandhi over Hyderabad demolition drive

India Today  

Former Telangana minister and Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao has slammed Rahul Gandhi and the Congress government in the state over a demolition drive in Hyderabad, alleging that it took place while people were still inside the structures. The Hyderabad civic body's anti-encroachment operation in the city's Kukatpally area removed shops built on footpaths along two stretches, …

Why judiciary had to stop the bulldozer
1 month ago

Why judiciary had to stop the bulldozer

New Indian Express  

Bulldozers have become a symbol for aggressive state action in India. The eviction drive based on demolition as happened in Assam in September 2021 was justified by the state’s chief minister. In states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, West Bengal, Maharashtra, Gujrat, Karnataka and Delhi, residential and other buildings have been smashed as a punitive measure. It is in this …

Razing impunity: On bulldozer demolitions and the Supreme Court
1 month, 1 week ago

Razing impunity: On bulldozer demolitions and the Supreme Court

The Hindu  

Demolition of property as a punitive measure against alleged offenders amounts to wilful subversion of the rule of law. The Supreme Court of India has now ventured to put an end to this culture of impunity by laying down enforceable guidelines and directions to prevent demolition of homes and buildings without following due process. It also underpinned its order on …

SC issues guidelines against ‘bulldozer justice’ demolition
1 month, 2 weeks ago

SC issues guidelines against ‘bulldozer justice’ demolition

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday laid down the first-ever guidelines against arbitrary demolitions by state authorities, ruling that citizens’ voices cannot be “throttled by a threat of destroying their properties” and that such “bulldozer justice” has no place in a society governed by rule of law. There is a grave danger that if high-handed and unlawful behaviour is permitted by …

No bulldozer demolitions without court nod till Oct 1, says SC
3 months ago

No bulldozer demolitions without court nod till Oct 1, says SC

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday imposed a nationwide restraint on demolition activities, ruling that no demolition, including of those accused or convicted of crime, should occur without the court’s explicit permission, expressing concern over the indiscriminate demolition actions and highlighting the need for judicial oversight. Even as the directive by a bench of justices Bhushan R Gavai and KV Viswanathan …

'Bulldozer' not symbol of rule of law; SC fulfilled Centre's responsibility: Mayawati
3 months ago

'Bulldozer' not symbol of rule of law; SC fulfilled Centre's responsibility: Mayawati

New Indian Express  

LUCKNOW: Former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and BSP president Mayawati on Wednesday expressed serious concerns over the "rising" trend of using bulldozers for demolitions, saying it does not symbolise a just rule of law. The Bahujan Samaj Party supremo also stressed that the Centre and state governments must pay attention to the implementation of the Constitution and the rule of …

'No Demolition Without Our Nod': Supreme Court Halts 'Bulldozer Justice' Till October 1
3 months ago

'No Demolition Without Our Nod': Supreme Court Halts 'Bulldozer Justice' Till October 1

News 18  

The Supreme Court on Tuesday said no demolition exercise in the country should take place without its permission. Halting “bulldozer justice” till October 1, when it will next hear the matter, the court said even if there is one instance of illegal demolition, it is against the ethos of the Constitution. We made clear we won’t come between unauthorised construction… …

Supreme Court to examine suggestions to stop ‘bulldozer justice’
3 months, 1 week ago

Supreme Court to examine suggestions to stop ‘bulldozer justice’

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court will examine on Tuesday suggestions from petitioners seeking relief from States bulldozing homes and private properties of undertrials, and frame pan-India guidelines. Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind, the main petitioner, has suggested prior notice at least 45 to 60 days in advance of a demolition specifying the legal provisions under which the property would be razed and attaching personal liability …

Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’
3 months, 1 week ago

Putting the brakes on ‘bulldozer justice’

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court of India has invited suggestions from the parties concerned to frame appropriate pan-India guidelines on extra-legal demolitions. The order comes in the wake of multiple instances of demolitions where the houses and building establishments of persons accused of certain crimes have been razed without following due process. Editorial | ​Demolition squad: On the Supreme Court and ‘bulldozer …

Alleged involvement in crime not a ground for bulldozing private property: Supreme Court
3 months, 1 week ago

Alleged involvement in crime not a ground for bulldozing private property: Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Thursday said the allleged involvement of a person in a crime was not a ground for the demolition of his or her property. Read Editorial: ​Demolition squad: On the Supreme Court and ‘bulldozer justice’ The Bench told the government that the courts would not remain “oblivious to such demolition threats inconceivable in a nation where law …

Bulldozer justice can’t go on: SC’s warning to states
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Bulldozer justice can’t go on: SC’s warning to states

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Monday said it would issue guidelines to regulate demolitions across India — a move that comes in the background of local governments and police demolishing the properties of people accused of crimes, and, sometimes, of their families, often using earthmovers or bulldozers, without following due process. The court highlighted the need for standardised guidelines across all …

SP leader Haji Raza’s building demolished; latest in series of such demolitions
3 months, 3 weeks ago

SP leader Haji Raza’s building demolished; latest in series of such demolitions

Hindustan Times  

The authorities on Tuesday demolished a three-storied building of Opposition Samajwadi Party leader Haji Raza at Baqargunj in Uttar Pradesh’s Fatehpur amid tight security with the deployment of personnel from 10 police stations. Raza was in the news in June after a local ruling Bharatiya Janata Party functionary filed a complaint against him for alleged derogatory remarks against Prime Minister …

India’s ‘bulldozer justice’: the demolition drives likened to ethnic cleansing of Muslims in Hindu nation
1 year, 4 months ago

India’s ‘bulldozer justice’: the demolition drives likened to ethnic cleansing of Muslims in Hindu nation

The Independent  

When religious riots broke out in his town last month, Muslim father-of-three Anees Khan did something unexpected: he opened up his home to offer shelter to a group of Hindu men fleeing for their lives. What followed was a response that mirrors the actions taken by state authorities across India where the ruling BJP is in power: rather than wait …

Nuh violence: High Court stays bulldozer action against illegal structures
1 year, 4 months ago

Nuh violence: High Court stays bulldozer action against illegal structures

Op India  

On Monday, August 7, the Punjab and Haryana High Court stayed the Haryana government’s demolition drive on the illegal encroachments being carried out by the Haryana administration after rioters unleashed violence in the Nuh district of Haryana on July 31 during the Jalabhishek Shobha yatra. Court stays all demolitions.#NuhViolence #Haryana pic.twitter.com/hAfg4UiC91 — Live Law August 7, 2023 According to reports, …

Supreme Court Adjourns Jamiat Pleas Challenging "Bulldozer" Actions For September 7
2 years, 4 months ago

Supreme Court Adjourns Jamiat Pleas Challenging "Bulldozer" Actions For September 7

Live Law  

The Supreme Court on Wednesday adjourned the PILs filed by the Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind alleging that authorities in states like UP and MP are resorting to "bulldozer" action to demolish the houses of persons accused in cases like riots for September 7, 2022. Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind has filed two PILs - one seeking a general declaration that demolition actions cannot be taken …

Targeted demolitions: Uttar Pradesh back to bulldozer tactics yet again
2 years, 5 months ago

Targeted demolitions: Uttar Pradesh back to bulldozer tactics yet again

The Hindu  

Published : Jun 26, 2022 18:00 IST On June 20, 2022, police in Aligarh district of Uttar Pradesh took out a flag march, prominently displaying a new, unconventional addition to its armoury: the bulldozer. UP government affidavit On June 22, responding to the Supreme Court’s June 16 directive to explain the legality of the demolition drives at Prayagraj and Kanpur, …

Plea Against "Bulldozer" Action : Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing
2 years, 5 months ago

Plea Against "Bulldozer" Action : Live Updates From Supreme Court Hearing

Live Law  

The Supreme Court will hear today the plea filed by Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind against the demolition actions carried out by authorities in Uttar Pradesh, allegedly as a punitive measure against persons accused of rioting during protests held in Kanpur and Prayagraj against remarks on Prophet Muhammad.A vacation bench of Justices CT Ravikumar and Sudhanshu Dhulia will hear the matter.The UP. The …

Demolitions Not Punitive Actions Against Rioting But For Violations; Due Process Of Law Followed : UP Govt Tells Supreme Court
2 years, 6 months ago

Demolitions Not Punitive Actions Against Rioting But For Violations; Due Process Of Law Followed : UP Govt Tells Supreme Court

Live Law  

The State of Uttar Pradesh has submitted before the Supreme Court that the recent demolitions carried out in Kanpur and Prayagraj were done by Local Development Authorities strictly in accordance with the Uttar Pradesh Urban Planning and Development Act, 1973. The State has however further submitted that in both cases, certain portions of the two illegal/ non-compliant structures in question …

UP demolition drive followed due process, not action against rioters: State govt tells Supreme Court
2 years, 6 months ago

UP demolition drive followed due process, not action against rioters: State govt tells Supreme Court

India TV News  

Highlights UP government also urged Supreme Court to dismiss the plea filed by Jamiat-Ulama-I-Hind The plea sought directions to the state to ensure that no further demolitions are carried out UP govt also apprised the court that aggrieved parties have not approached the top court UP demolition drive: The Uttar Pradesh Government has informed the Supreme Court that recent demolitions …

'Political Dadagiri': Colin Gonsalves Explains Illegality of UP 'Bulldozer Raj'
2 years, 6 months ago

'Political Dadagiri': Colin Gonsalves Explains Illegality of UP 'Bulldozer Raj'

The Quint  

UP authorities have tried to claim that they had actually provided notice to the people whose homes were demolished over the illegalities, including to the family of Javed Mohammad, the man they claim was the mastermind of the protests in Prayagraj. The police claimed notices had been sent to the family about the illegal nature of the structure in May …

Demolitions should not be retaliatory: Supreme Court
2 years, 6 months ago

Demolitions should not be retaliatory: Supreme Court

The Hindu  

The Supreme Court on Thursday told the Uttar Pradesh government that demolitions could happen only in accordance with the provisions of law and could not be retaliatory after hearing petitions that State authorities had taken the “appalling” step to wreak “vengeance” on the homes of people allegedly linked to violence in the aftermath of the Prophet remarks row. “Ultimately, the …

SC on UP demolitions: Authorities should strictly follow due process under law
2 years, 6 months ago

SC on UP demolitions: Authorities should strictly follow due process under law

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: Stating that "everything should be fair" and authorities should strictly follow due procedure under the law, the Supreme Court on Thursday gave the Uttar Pradesh government and its authorities three days to respond to pleas alleging that houses of those accused in last week's violence were illegally demolished. Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for the Uttar Pradesh government, …

No Stay on 'Bulldozer Action', SC Sets 3-Day Deadline for UP Govt to Reply on Kanpur Flare-up Demolitions
2 years, 6 months ago

No Stay on 'Bulldozer Action', SC Sets 3-Day Deadline for UP Govt to Reply on Kanpur Flare-up Demolitions

News 18  

Saying it cannot put a stay on demolitions, the Supreme Court on Thursday granted three days’ time to the Uttar Pradesh government and other respondents to file their objections over the fresh pleas filed by Jamiat-E-Ulema Hind seeking to stop demolition drives in the state amid the aftermath of Kanpur violence. The plea was filed in the backdrop of Uttar …

Bulldozer on the loose: The Hindu Editorial on demolition of property of Muslim activists
2 years, 6 months ago

Bulldozer on the loose: The Hindu Editorial on demolition of property of Muslim activists

The Hindu  

The demolition of houses and buildings linked to protesters in Uttar Pradesh is nothing but retribution and collective punishment targeted at Muslims. The fig-leaf of legality attached to the claim that the action by the Prayagraj Development Authority was to clear an illegal building has been blown away by the fact that the notice of demolition was addressed to Mr. …

Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind moves SC against UP\'s bulldozer policy
2 years, 6 months ago

Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind moves SC against UP\'s bulldozer policy

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Jamiat Ulema-i-Hind on Monday moved the Supreme Court seeking a halt to the “extra-legal” and “precipitative action” of demolition of the residential properties of the accused allegedly involved in the recent violence that erupted in Kanpur district of Uttar Pradesh in the wake of the “objectionable and offensive remarks” about Prophet Mohammed by two leaders of the …

This bulldozer business alien to our criminal jurisprudence: Former judges on demolition drive
2 years, 6 months ago

This bulldozer business alien to our criminal jurisprudence: Former judges on demolition drive

India Today  

After the clashes that erupted in Uttar Pradesh’s Prayagraj last week, the “illegally constructed” 2-storey residence of Javed Mohammad, identified as the main conspirator behind the violence, was demolished by the authorities on Sunday. Amid ongoing debate over “bulldozer politics”, India Today spoke to former judges of the Supreme Court and the High Courts over the laws on demolition of …

Prophet Remark Row: Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind Moves Supreme Court Against Alleged Vengeful Demolitions In Uttar Pradesh
2 years, 6 months ago

Prophet Remark Row: Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind Moves Supreme Court Against Alleged Vengeful Demolitions In Uttar Pradesh

Live Law  

In an another important development in the Prophet Remark Row and the demolitions thereafter, Jamiat Ulama-I-Hind has moved the Supreme Court seeking directions to the State of Uttar Pradesh to ensure that no further demolitions are carried out in the State without following due process. The applicant has sought directions to initiate action against officials responsible for the houses demolished …

Bulldozer to run over home of key accused in Prayagraj clash, family asked to vacate premises
2 years, 6 months ago

Bulldozer to run over home of key accused in Prayagraj clash, family asked to vacate premises

India Today  

The Prayagraj Development Authority has served a notice to demolish the house of Mohammad Javed alias Javed Pump, who has been identified as the main conspirator behind the violence that erupted in the city on Friday. PDA action notice served to the main accused's family The PDA said Javed had failed to respond to the show-cause notice sent on May …

Demolition drive to continue for illegal construction, says Delhi BJP chief
2 years, 7 months ago

Demolition drive to continue for illegal construction, says Delhi BJP chief

India Today  

Ahead of civic body polls in the national capital, BJP's Delhi unit chief Adesh Gupta has said that bulldozers will continue to do what they are meant for. The court's orders will be strictly followed at Jahangirpuri but in the rest of Delhi, we will continue demolition of illegal buildings," said Adesh Gupta, president, Delhi BJP. The party president has …

Jahangirpuri demolition: Our peace bulldozed into despair | OPINION
2 years, 7 months ago

Jahangirpuri demolition: Our peace bulldozed into despair | OPINION

India Today  

A sleepy town in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri that has been the symbol of Hindu-Muslim unity for decades became the hotbed of controversy following a recent Ram Navami procession that led to attacks on religious minorities right under the nose of the police administration. In fact, false cases were registered against the victims themselves and later, bulldozers razed the homes of minorities …

Won't Demolish House Without Following Due Process Of Law, MP Govt Tells HC On Plea Of Wife Of Khargone Riots Accused
2 years, 7 months ago

Won't Demolish House Without Following Due Process Of Law, MP Govt Tells HC On Plea Of Wife Of Khargone Riots Accused

Live Law  

The High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Indore Bench, recently received assurance from the State of Madhya Pradesh that the authorities won't proceed with demolition of House of the Petitioner, whose husband was accused in the Khargone riots case, without following due process of law. Shukla noted- Learned Additional Advocate General for the respondents/State submits that no action shall be taken …

Jahangirpuri: Demolition, as vigilante justice, is illegal
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri: Demolition, as vigilante justice, is illegal

Hindustan Times  

In the wake of communal riots that flared up in the aftermath of the Ram Navami celebrations in various states, the response of the administration has been to use bulldozers to demolish the homes of various people who — it is alleged — were involved in the riots. The administration — that is, the State — is bound by the …

Dangerous deceptions: The Hindu Editorial on Jahangirpuri demolition drive
2 years, 8 months ago

Dangerous deceptions: The Hindu Editorial on Jahangirpuri demolition drive

The Hindu  

The bulldozer has now emerged as a dominant symbol of state-backed intimidation of Muslims in the country. After Khargone in Madhya Pradesh, Jahangirpuri in Delhi has seen the use of demolition of shops and houses seemingly as a punitive measure in the wake of a riot that followed a provocative religious procession. Even though described as part of a demolition …

"You Require Bulldozers To Remove Stalls & Chairs?": Supreme Court Asks NDMC On Jahangirpuri Demolitions
2 years, 8 months ago

"You Require Bulldozers To Remove Stalls & Chairs?": Supreme Court Asks NDMC On Jahangirpuri Demolitions

Live Law  

"To remove stalls, chairs, bench, boxes, you require a bulldozer? ", the Supreme Court on Thursday asked the North Delhi Municipal Corporation in relation to the anti-encroachment drive carried by it in Jahangirpuri, New Delhi.A bench comprising Justices L Nageswara Rao and BR Gavai posed the question after Solicitor General Tushar Mehta, appearing for NDMC, submitted that as per the …

'You Need Bulldozer to Remove Chairs, Tables?' Top Quotes as SC Extends Delhi Demolition Stay
2 years, 8 months ago

'You Need Bulldozer to Remove Chairs, Tables?' Top Quotes as SC Extends Delhi Demolition Stay

News 18  

The Supreme Court on Thursday ordered status quo till further orders over the BJP-ruled North Delhi Municipal Corporation’s anti-encroachment drive in the capital’s troubled Jahangirpuri area which was rocked by communal violence on Hanuman Jayanti last week. It is not a forum for politics and this forum is to show that rule of law prevails.” Kapil Sibal: I want stay …

Jahangirpuri demolition case: Who said what in today's Supreme Court hearing
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri demolition case: Who said what in today's Supreme Court hearing

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Thursday extended its order halting demolitions in Delhi's Jahangirpuri, where violence erupted April 16 as a Hanuman Jayanti procession was passing through a Muslim-dominated residential block. ht newResidents look through the rubble after the North Delhi Municipal Corporation razed shops during an anti-encroachment drive in Jahangirpuri in New Delhi on Wednesday. A bench led by Justice …

Status quo to be maintained till further orders: SC on Jahangirpuri demolition drive
2 years, 8 months ago

Status quo to be maintained till further orders: SC on Jahangirpuri demolition drive

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Thursday extended the status quo until further orders on the issue of demolition of buildings in violence-hit Jahangirpuri area of the national capital. "Status quo to be maintained till further order.List after two weeks and pleadings to be completed till then," the court said. The apex court also said that it will take a …

Jahangirpuri demolition to remain halted; Supreme Court says may take ‘serious view’ of drive executed after order
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri demolition to remain halted; Supreme Court says may take ‘serious view’ of drive executed after order

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Thursday extended the status quo order halting the Jahangirpuri anti-encroachment drive and said it may take a 'serious view' of the continuance of demolition on Wednesday after the North MCD Mayor was informed about the court order. “We’ll take a serious view of demolition that took place after information was given to Mayor,” Justice LN Rao …

Supreme Court stepped in to stop demolition in Delhi’s violence-hit Jahangirpuri
2 years, 8 months ago

Supreme Court stepped in to stop demolition in Delhi’s violence-hit Jahangirpuri

Hindustan Times  

Hours after several bulldozers entered Delhi’s violence-hit Jahangirpuri on Tuesday and began tearing down alleged illegal constructions and encroachments in the area, the Supreme Court ordered a status quo on the demolition drive by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation, restraining the authorities from proceeding any further -- although it took at least another 90 minutes for the local body to …

Demolition drive stops in Jahangirpuri after SC intervention, hearing today | Top points
2 years, 8 months ago

Demolition drive stops in Jahangirpuri after SC intervention, hearing today | Top points

India Today  

An anti-encroachment drive was undertaken by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation in violence-hit Jahangirpuri. As bulldozers razed several structures in Jahangirpuri on Wednesday, the Supreme Court stepped in and ordered a stay on the demolition drive. While the demolition drive followed just days after communal clashes erupted in the area on Hanuman Jayanti on Saturday, the NDMC claimed that it …

Bulldozers in Jahangirpuri: Demolition Halted, SC to Hear Pleas Against Drive on Thursday
2 years, 8 months ago

Bulldozers in Jahangirpuri: Demolition Halted, SC to Hear Pleas Against Drive on Thursday

News 18  

After halting the demolition drive in which bulldozers razed several structures in violence-hit Jahangirpuri on Wednesday, the Supreme Court will hear petitions against the civic action on Thursday. Days after Jahangirpuri was rocked by communal violence, bulldozers rolled into the troubled area and razed several structures close to a mosque as part of an anti-encroachment drive. HC did not hear …

Jahangirpuri Demolition Routine Exercise Civic Body NDMC Delhi police Supreme Court To Hear Matter Thursday Top Developments Deependra Pathak MCD
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri Demolition Routine Exercise Civic Body NDMC Delhi police Supreme Court To Hear Matter Thursday Top Developments Deependra Pathak MCD

ABP News  

New Delhi: Amid the encroachment being carried out by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation in Jahangirpuri, the Supreme Court will hear the petition on Thursday while the civic body termed it a routine exercise in which around a two-kilometer stretch was cleared from encroachments. The action against the encroachment being carried out by the North Delhi Municipal Corporation in the …

Switch off bulldozers of hate: Rahul Gandhi
2 years, 8 months ago

Switch off bulldozers of hate: Rahul Gandhi

The Hindu  

The use of bulldozers in violence-hit areas as a form of punishment was akin to demolishing India’s constitutional values, former Congress president Rahul Gandhi said on Wednesday, even as dramatic visuals of CPI Polit Bureau member Brinda Karat waving a Supreme Court order to stop a bulldozer in Delhi’s Jahangirpuri area went viral. Opposition leaders across the political spectrum slammed …

Jahangirpuri drive a ‘targeted demolition’: Asaduddin Owaisi
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri drive a ‘targeted demolition’: Asaduddin Owaisi

Hindustan Times  

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, who has strongly objected to Wednesday’s demolition drive in northwest Delhi’s Jahangirpuri, described the action as a ‘targeted demolition’, pointing to the bulldozer razing down shops in front of a mosque, but not those in front of a temple. AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} According to reports, officials of the North Delhi Municipal …

Jahangirpuri drive a ‘targeted demolition’: Asaduddin Owaisi
2 years, 8 months ago

Jahangirpuri drive a ‘targeted demolition’: Asaduddin Owaisi

Hindustan Times  

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, who has strongly objected to Wednesday’s demolition drive in northwest Delhi’s Jahangirpuri, described the action as a ‘targeted demolition’, pointing to the bulldozer razing down shops in front of a mosque, but not those in front of a temple. This is a targeted demolition, I condemn it,” Owaisi said, according to news agency ANI. AIMIM chief …

Photos: In Delhi's Jahangirpuri, a demolition in images
2 years, 8 months ago

Photos: In Delhi's Jahangirpuri, a demolition in images

Hindustan Times  

Photos: In Delhi's Jahangirpuri, a demolition in images Amid a heavy paramilitary and police presence, the North Delhi Municipal Corporation bulldozed illegal structures in Delhi’s Jahangipuri, which was. Amid a heavy paramilitary and police presence, the North Delhi Municipal Corporation bulldozed illegal structures in Delhi’s Jahangipuri, which was then stopped a couple of hours following a Supreme Court order. Several …

‘A demolition of India’s constitutional values': Rahul Gandhi on bulldozing of houses
2 years, 8 months ago

‘A demolition of India’s constitutional values': Rahul Gandhi on bulldozing of houses

Hindustan Times  

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi described the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party’s ‘bulldozer policy’ as a ‘demolition of India’s constitutional values’, even as Wednesday’s demolition drive in northwest Delhi was halted after a Supreme Court-ordered status quo. The 51-year-old leader’s tweet comes amid growing opposition to the Jahangirpuri demolition drive, as well as the practice of razing properties of ‘criminal elements’ in …

Congress Slams Demolition Drives, AAP Says 'Use Bulldozer on Amit Shah's House'
2 years, 8 months ago

Congress Slams Demolition Drives, AAP Says 'Use Bulldozer on Amit Shah's House'

The Quint  

Meanwhile, All India Majlis-E-Ittehadul Muslimeen President Asaduddin Owaisi said that Muslims were going through collective punishment throughout the country, and that the ruling party was engaging in "targeted demolition." He added that he was grateful that the Supreme Court issued a stay order with regard to the demolition in Jahangirpuri. "I'm grateful that the Supreme Court took notice of it …

Here's what happened after SC halted demolition of illegal structures in Delhi's Jahangirpuri
2 years, 8 months ago

Here's what happened after SC halted demolition of illegal structures in Delhi's Jahangirpuri

India Today  

The Supreme court on Wednesday, April 20, ordered a stay on the Jahangirpuri demolition drive that the North Delhi Municipal Corporation undertook on Wednesday, April 20, to remove encroachments. The SC order came after two petitions were filed in the apex court — one pertaining to demolitions across the nation and one specifying the Jahangirpuri anti-encroachment drive. MR Shamshad, lawyer …

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