The Supreme Court has directed States and their authorities to ensure effective implementation of its directions on compensation to the families of persons who die while engaging in manual scavenging and hazardous sewer or septic tank cleaning. The Court emphasised that any breach of its directions would be viewed seriously. During the hearing, the Court … Continue reading Manual Scavenging Deaths: Supreme Court Directs States to Ensure ₹30 Lakh Compensation, Initiate Criminal Prosecution Against Those Responsible