Karnataka High Court directs authorities to protect Hubballi’s Mayuri estate residents from impacts of sugarcane farmers’ protest
The Karnataka High Court has ordered local authorities to safeguard residents of Hubballi’s Mayuri estate from disruptions caused by ongoing sugarcane farmers’ protests. Petitioners argued that rallies and dharnas within the neighbourhood infringed on their freedom of movement and right to life. The court directed measures to protect the community while respecting peaceful, orderly, lawful protest.