SC Issues Notices Over Alleged Violation of Metro Operations Order
What Happened
The Supreme Court said a prima facie case of contempt has been made out regarding alleged violations of its October 9 directions on Delhi Metro and railway services during the October 10 protests. A Bench of Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V Mohana issued notices to Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, Delhi Police Commissioner Anurag Kumar and DMRC Chairperson D Thara, directing them to file counter-affidavits and compliance reports by October 13.
Key Takeaways
The court is examining whether authorities failed to comply with its earlier order that transport services could be regulated but not completely prohibited during the protests. The matter, along with related petitions concerning alleged detentions, is scheduled for further hearing on October 13.