What's next after India outlaws 'bulldozer justice?' DW 11/18/2024
Briefly

Ali Sahud, a mechanic from Nuh, Haryana, recounted the devastation, stating, 'My tin shed workshop was destroyed in a flash and it was a tough time for many families here. Nobody was given time, and we were helpless because of a curfew imposed.' His experience illustrates the emotional and economic toll on families affected by demolitions that often follow communal violence.
Fatima Begum, a housewife from Nuh, shared her painful experience, stating, 'The process of rebuilding lives and livelihoods is painful and nobody can understand what we went through.' Her comment highlights the long-term psychological and practical impacts of such demolitions on individuals and families.
The recent Supreme Court ruling emphasized that the government cannot order the demolition of property belonging to those accused of crimes without due process, stating, 'no demolitions should take place without prior notice and proper judicial oversight.' This ruling challenges the notion of 'bulldozer justice' as it seeks to uphold legal protections for affected individuals.
The demolitions in Nuh are part of a troubling trend linked to communal violence and political motives, as 'Muslims say homes and businesses are being destroyed following communal conflicts and political dissent under the reported pretext of illegal construction or encroachment'. This reflects broader social tensions and governance issues in regions impacted by such actions.
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