'Don’t Use a Hammer to Kill a Fly’: SC Questions Delhi Metro Shutdown Plan
What Happened
SC strongly questioned proposed restrictions on Delhi Metro stations, roads and transport services ahead of the October 10 protest, saying authorities should not "use a hammer to kill a fly." The court expressed concern over the impact on commuters from Delhi-NCR, including students, employees and senior citizens, and asked the government to reconsider blanket restrictions. It said public order can be maintained through regulated movement but transport services should not be brought to a complete halt.
Key Takeaways
The court emphasized the principle of proportionality, warning that security measures should not unnecessarily disrupt the daily lives of ordinary citizens. Following the court's observations, the government said it would review the proposed restrictions and consider more targeted measures instead of broad transport curbs.