2 accidents, 34 deaths, a suo motu case: Why SC used its ‘complete justice’ powers to fix the highways
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
India's Supreme Court issued a 13-point directive to national and state road authorities following two November 2025 accidents killing 34 people. The court invoked Article 142 powers, recognizing road safety as part of constitutional Article 21 right to life. Directives target NHAI and state PWDs to prevent illegal parking, black spots, and infrastructural gaps on expressways.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaNHAIState PWDsBharatmala ExpresswayPhalodiRajasthanArticle 21Article 142