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Punjab & Haryana High Court Seeks Response from Punjab Government on Bulldozer Action Against Drug Peddlers

Punjab & Haryana High Court Seeks Response from Punjab Government on Bulldozer Action Against Drug Peddlers

Chandigarh (National Times): The Punjab & Haryana High Court on Monday sought a response from the Punjab Government and other relevant authorities regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed against the alleged bulldozer action taken by Punjab Police to demolish properties of suspected drug peddlers. The PIL argues that such actions violate guidelines issued by the Supreme Court, which prohibit demolishing homes or properties merely because individuals are accused or convicted of crimes. It also raises concerns about the implementation of provisions under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act in such cases. The move comes after reports surfaced…
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