Delhi High Court Demands Foot-Over Bridge Plan for Rajputana Rifles Soldiers Compelled To Pass Through Drain

The Delhi High Court, in a suo motu case, sought a finalised plan for constructing a foot-over bridge for Rajputana Rifles soldiers. These soldiers are compelled to wade through a filthy, sometimes waist-deep drain four times daily while heading to the parade ground. 

Taking cognisance of a Hindustan Times report titled A smelly trail from barracks to grounds, the Court directed the PWD, Delhi Cantonment Board, and traffic police to jointly devise a plan, with costs to be borne by PWD.

The Court noted that the bridge was approved in 2000 but remains unbuilt, and instructed the Cantonment Board to seek Army assistance if needed.