Supreme Court Steps In: Rehabilitation Plans for 50,000 Haldwani Encroachers

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttarakhand chief secretary to coordinate with the Centre and Railways to find a rehabilitation plan for over 50,000 people who have encroached on railway land in Haldwani. The Court highlighted the human aspect of the issue while urging for a balanced and compassionate solution.

The Supreme Court has directed the Uttarakhand chief secretary to coordinate a meeting with the Centre and railways to develop a rehabilitation plan for over 50,000 individuals encroaching on railway land in Haldwani.

The court heard a plea by the railways seeking the vacation of a previous stay order regarding the removal of encroachments from 29 acres of land.

The bench, headed by Justice Surya Kant, emphasized the need for a humane approach, recognizing the long-term residence and constructions by those affected.