'Shocks our conscience': SC slams UP govt over 'illegal' demolition of houses in Prayagraj

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The Supreme Court condemned Uttar Pradesh and Prayagraj authorities for illegally demolishing houses without due process, violating residents' Article 21 rights. It ordered Rs 10 lakh compensation for affected owners. The demolitions were reportedly based on mistaken assumptions about the land's ownership.

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Supreme Court of India

Highest court of jurisdiction in India
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Prayagraj

Metropolis in Uttar Pradesh, India
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Uttar Pradesh

State in northern India
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