A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the Supreme Court regarding the stampede incident that occurred on July 2 in Hathras, Uttar Pradesh. The Supreme Court has refused to hear the PIL. The Court also questioned the petitioner on why they approached the Supreme Court directly under Article 32.
The petition sought the appointment of a five-member expert committee under the supervision of a retired Supreme Court judge to investigate the Hathras stampede thoroughly and ensure appropriate action.
During the hearing, the bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud stated that not every issue should come in the form of a PIL. The Court suggested to the petitioner that they could file a petition in the High Court regarding this matter. The Supreme Court remarked, "This is a disturbing incident, but not every issue can be brought directly to the Supreme Court. The High Courts are also strong courts and can hear this matter."
This decision by the Supreme Court is significant as it indicates the Court's vigilance against the misuse of PILs. The Court made it clear that lower courts are also capable and play a crucial role in matters of public interest.
In the Hathras stampede case, the petitioner will now have to approach the High Court, ensuring a detailed investigation and justice in this matter. This incident has garnered nationwide attention, and it is hoped that the truth will soon come out, and the guilty will be appropriately punished.
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