Walking a fundamental right, footpath must for all roads: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court has declared the right to walk a fundamental right, integral to life and free movement.

The apex court urged the government to enact a law ensuring well-demarcated footpaths on all roads, prioritizing pedestrian safety over motorized vehicles.

This landmark ruling empowers citizens to seek legal recourse for violations and mandates civic bodies to maintain pedestrian infrastructure, transforming urban and rural living. ...