Quick Summary: The Delhi High Court has paused the tearing down of security gates in a neighborhood, giving time for proper permissions. The case is about a disagreement between the Residents Welfare Association and a local school over access and safety.
The Residents Welfare Association asked the court to stop the removal of security gates in their area. These gates were set up in October 2025 using funds from a local government development program to keep the neighborhood safe.
The problem began with a back gate of Bal Bhavan Public School. Residents say the school was told not to use this gate by a 2010 order from a local official and a 2011 order from a higher court. But the school reopened it, causing issues for the locals.
"The action of the school in opening the back gate is against the order."
The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) says the gates were put up without permission. They argue that the Residents Welfare Association needs approval, including a No Objection Certificate from the Traffic Police, according to a 2007 MCD rule.
Judge Mini Pushkarna decided that the Residents Welfare Association should apply for the necessary permissions from the MCD. Until a decision is made, the gates can stay, but they must not block people walking by.
"No forceful action shall be taken against the gates installed by the petitioner."
The residents have two weeks to apply for permission. Meanwhile, the court has left open the issue of the school's compliance with past orders, allowing residents to seek further legal actions if needed.
This case highlights the ongoing struggle between local safety measures and official procedures.
