Legal Updates 3 August 2026
Supreme Court Ruling On Roads
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Centre must ensure every road has encroachment-free space for walking, and the right to walk on a demarcated footpath is a fundamental right, as per a significant verdict given on June 19, the ruling emphasizes the need for pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and holds the government responsible for maintaining footpaths and preventing encroachments, which will improve safety and quality of life for citizens
The Supreme Court has given a significant verdict regarding road infrastructure. The key points of the ruling are:
- The Centre must ensure every road has encroachment-free space for walking.
- The right to walk on a demarcated footpath is a *fundamental right*.
This ruling emphasizes the need for pedestrian-friendly infrastructure and holds the government responsible for maintaining footpaths and preventing encroachments.
The goal is to improve safety and quality of life for citizens by providing them with dedicated spaces for walking, free from obstacles and hazards.
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