Guwahati, July 25 -- The Supreme Court has sent notices to the Assam government regarding the recent eviction drives at Hasila Beel in Goalpara district, where the civil and police administration had demolished houses, shops, and other structures.
A bench of Chief Justice of India BR Gavai and Justice K Vinod Chandran issued the Assam Chief Secretary, the District Commissioner, and the Superintendent of Police of Goalpara on Thursday.
The apex court issued the notice after hearing a contempt petition against the Assam government for alleged violations of the apex court's guidelines while carrying out eviction drives.
The Civil Contempt Petition was filed by the residents of Hasila Beel, seeking action against the Assam Government for th...