UP Govt Tells SC Kanpur, Prayagraj Development Authorities 'Independent'; Demolitions Lawful
However, a day after the June 10 protests, Chief Minister Adityanath had himself asked officials to "continue with bulldozer action."
Stay updated with breaking news from Javed Mohammad. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
However, a day after the June 10 protests, Chief Minister Adityanath had himself asked officials to "continue with bulldozer action."
On Tuesday afternoon, the family's lawyer told 'The Wire' that Mohammad, whose wife's house was demolished last week, had been traced to Deoria jail thanks to media reports.
We have raised concerns to Government of India that this seems to really go beyond simply random acts of violence: Balakrishnan Rajagopal
In states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Delhi, punitive action by way of the bulldozing of houses is being taken against 'criminals' and 'masterminds' of violent protests, couched in building laws and backed by state police. How legal are such demolitions? - Issue Date: Jun 27, 2022
Critics say India's ruling government is using bulldozers to intimidate the minority Muslim community.