Uttar Pradesh Minister Ashish Patel on Supreme Court’s Bulldozer Guidelines
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], September 4: Following the Supreme Court’s order to establish guidelines on recent bulldozer practices on immovable properties, Uttar Pradesh Minister of Technical Education Ashish Patel stated that it would not be appropriate for him to comment on the decision of the apex court. Patel emphasized that everyone should adhere to the constitution of Dr. BR Ambedkar and follow the laws under it.
Patel said, “It is not right for me to comment on the court’s order but I will say that the constitution of Baba Saheb Bhimrao Ambedkar and the laws made under that constitution should be followed by everyone and our CM follows strict law and order against criminals.”
On Monday, the Supreme Court stated that properties of the accused cannot be demolished even if they are convicted and questioned this practice. A bench of justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan asked the concerned parties to submit suggestions for pan-India guidelines. The court remarked that demolitions should follow legal procedures and listed the matter for September 17.
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta submitted that no property can be bulldozed merely because someone is involved in a criminal case or convicted, and this can only be done under municipal laws. The court was hearing petitions related to bulldozer practices by authorities. One petition highlighted the increasing culture of illegal demolitions as extra-legal punishment, particularly affecting minorities and marginalized communities. The plea demanded that demolitions must follow the law and called for strict action against officials involved in illegal demolitions.
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Uttar Pradesh -: Uttar Pradesh is a state in northern India. It is one of the most populous states in the country.
Ashish Patel -: Ashish Patel is a politician and the Minister of Technical Education in Uttar Pradesh.
Supreme Court -: The Supreme Court is the highest judicial court in India. It makes important decisions on legal matters.
Bulldozer Guidelines -: These are rules about how and when bulldozers can be used to demolish buildings. The Supreme Court wants to make sure these rules are followed properly.
Constitution -: The Constitution is a set of rules and principles that guide how a country is governed. In India, it is the supreme law of the land.
Demolition -: Demolition means tearing down buildings or structures. It is often done using bulldozers.
Pan-India -: Pan-India means something that applies to the entire country of India.
Legal Procedures -: Legal procedures are the steps that must be followed according to the law. This ensures that actions are fair and just.
