Supreme Court to Establish Guidelines on 'Bulldozer Justice'

The Court moves to regulate the extralegal demolition of homes used as punitive measures by state governments.

The Supreme Court has expressed strong disapproval of the practice known as 'bulldozer justice,' where homes of accused individuals are demolished without due process.
This practice has been particularly prevalent in BJP-led states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat, often targeting minority communities, especially Muslims.
The Court aims to create nationwide guidelines to ensure demolitions are conducted legally and not used as a form of retributive governance.
Experts and former judges emphasize the need for accountability and restitution for the illegal demolitions that have already occurred.
Critics argue that simply framing guidelines may not be enough; penalties for non-compliance and stringent enforcement are crucial to curbing this practice.