Supreme Court Criticizes Election Freebies Impacting Workforce

The Supreme Court criticized the practice of election freebies, highlighting its impact on the workforce's willingness to work. Justices Gavai and Masih discussed the need for better integration of the urban homeless. The Attorney General mentioned ongoing efforts towards an urban poverty alleviation mission to address these issues.

The Supreme Court has expressed its disapproval of the growing trend of offering freebies before elections, suggesting it impacts citizens' motivation to engage in productive work.

During a session addressing the right to shelter for the urban homeless, Justices B R Gavai and Augustine George Masih emphasized the need for a societal shift that involves individuals contributing more actively to national development.

The Attorney General reported that the government is finalizing an urban poverty alleviation mission. The court has requested a timeline for its implementation and will revisit the matter in six weeks.