Supreme Court Urges Amicable Resolution in Isha Foundation Land Dispute

The Supreme Court has urged Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation and a Coimbatore resident to amicably settle a land dispute involving a crematorium. The court suggested a market-based compensation for the resident, while appointing Justice B Rajendran as mediator. This case involves interpretations of local cemetery rules.

The Supreme Court has intervened in a land dispute involving Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev's Isha Foundation and a Coimbatore resident, urging an amicable settlement. The objection stems from a crematorium set up by the foundation near the petitioner's home.

Chief Justice Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi, suggested that Isha Foundation offer a fair market price for the resident's property, facilitating relocation. The court appointed former Madras High Court Judge B Rajendran as a mediator, with a hearing scheduled for April 17.

This case hinges on local rules governing burial sites, highlighting a conflict between legal interpretations and social good. The foundation's efforts are noted as addressing a lack of urban burial space, emphasizing their charitable intent while underlining the necessity for lawful adherence.

(With inputs from agencies.)