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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

Supreme Court sends demolition contempt cases to High Courts, says facts need detailed examination

New Delhi: The Supreme Court has transferred a batch of contempt petitions and related writ petitions alleging violations of its November 13, 2024, judgement on the demolition of structures to the respective High Courts, saying the cases involve disputed facts that require detailed examination and evidence.

A Bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana directed the concerned High Courts to examine whether the demolitions were carried out in violation of the Supreme Court's directions. The Court requested the High Courts to decide the cases as quickly as possible, preferably within four months.

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