Bombay High Court Stays Demolition of Two Accused’s Houses, Slams Administration

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The High Court has put a hold on the demolition of houses belonging to two accused individuals.

Bombay High Court Stays Demolition of Houses of Two Accused, Rebukes Administration

Bombay High Court Stays Demolition of Houses of Two Accused, The Bombay High Court has issued a stay on the demolition of houses belonging to two accused individuals, strongly criticizing the administration’s actions. The court emphasized that demolitions cannot be used as a punitive measure and must follow due legal procedures.

Key Highlights of the Case:

✔ The administration had issued demolition notices to the accused, citing illegal construction.
✔ The petitioners argued that the demolition was a retaliatory action rather than a lawful procedure.
✔ The court questioned the timing of the notices, suggesting that the demolitions were linked to the ongoing criminal cases against the accused.
✔ The administration failed to provide a clear justification for why these houses were suddenly marked for demolition.

Court’s Strong Remarks

The High Court reprimanded the administration, stating:

  • “Rule of law must prevail over arbitrary actions.”

  • “Demolition cannot be used as an extra-legal punishment.”

  • “Citizens have the right to defend their property under legal provisions.”

The court further directed authorities to submit a detailed report explaining the legal grounds for the demolition.

Next Steps & Legal Implications

✔ The stay order remains in effect until further hearings.
✔ Authorities have been instructed to follow proper legal channels instead of acting unilaterally.
✔ This case could set a legal precedent for similar actions taken by the administration against accused individuals.

The ruling has sparked debate on property rights, due process, and the role of government agencies in handling accused individuals. Further developments in the case will determine whether the demolition orders will be permanently revoked or reinstated after legal scrutiny.

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