Supreme Court refuses to hear plea on Singhu border

NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Monday refused to entertain a plea seeking directions to clear the roads connecting Delhi and Haryana at Singhu border, which has been blocked by farmer groups protesting against the three farm laws.

The plea filed by residents of Sonepat in Haryana claimed the road blockade poses a hurdle to travel for essential needs.

A bench comprising justices D.Y. Chandrachud, Vikram Nath and Hima Kohli noted the invitation to interfere in the matter was tempting, but there are high courts, which can deal with the local issues.

"Suppose tomorrow there is a border dispute between Karnataka and Kerala or some other states. There will be no end to this", said the bench. It further added, "There is no gross violation of fundamental right. Let us (Supreme Court) not be the court of first recourse".

The petitioners had moved the apex court raising hurdles while travelling to and from Delhi, particularly for essential needs. The top court said the present matter should be heard by the concerned high court, as it would be more aware of the local conditions. (IANS)

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