The Allahabad High Court made strong remarks during the hearing on corruption and the Ram Mandir donation theft case. The court said corruption has become a common issue in the country. It added that even theft from donations received at a religious place failed to create public shame. The court called this situation a sign of declining honesty levels in society.
Allahabad High Court makes strong remarks on corruption.
The Allahabad High Court expressed concern over incidents of donation theft and rising corruption in society.
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Justice Atul Sridharan recorded these observations while hearing petitions involving Hamirpur resident Kaifuddin and others. The petitioners requested protection and a stay on bulldozer action. Justice Siddharthanand also remained part of the bench and expressed different views on certain issues.
The court said serious corruption cases require stronger action. It suggested that the government should consider amendments in law. The court also discussed the possibility of including death penalty provisions for extreme corruption cases.
Court Highlights Role Of Officials In Illegal Construction
The High Court said some officials help illegal constructions continue through corruption. According to the court, certain officers accept bribes and ignore violations. Later, ordinary buyers face problems when authorities take action against such structures.
Furthermore, the court said builders involved in illegal construction and officials supporting them should receive strict punishment. It also linked corruption with increasing inequality in society.
The court explained that corruption allows some people to collect illegal wealth. As a result, the gap between rich and poor continues to increase. The judges warned that delayed action could create serious social unrest in the future.
Ram Mandir Donation Theft Became A Major Concern
In its 51-page judgment, the court mentioned the Ram Mandir donation theft controversy. Justice Sridharan described the incident as the final warning sign against rising corruption.
He said theft from donations at such a sensitive religious place reflected a serious decline in honesty. The court questioned why such incidents failed to disturb society strongly.
The judgment also referred to the Transparency International 2025 report. The court noted that India ranked 91st among 182 countries. However, it observed that society still lacks enough sensitivity towards corruption.
Justice Sridharan said the recent donation theft dispute showed public patience had reached a limit. He suggested reviewing the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, for stricter provisions.
High Court Gives Directions On Bulldozer Actions
The court also issued important directions regarding demolition actions. It said authorities should not demolish an accused person’s house for two years after FIR registration.
Additionally, the court said people living in a house for three years or more should receive prior notice. Authorities should provide an opportunity for alternative arrangements before demolition.
However, Justice Siddharthanand disagreed with this point. He said Article 226 does not allow the High Court to set fixed timelines.
He also warned that such protection could become a tool for accused people. According to him, individuals may misuse FIR registration to avoid future action.
