ಭಾರತ ಚಂದ್ರನನ್ನ ತಲುಪಿರಬಹುದು, ಜಾತಿ ವ್ಯವಸ್ಥೆಯ ದುಷ್ಟತನ ಇನ್ನೂ ಸಮಾಜದಲ್ಲಿ ಅಸ್ತಿತ್ವದಲ್ಲಿದೆ: ಬಾಂಬೆ ಹೈಕೋರ್ಟ್ ಬೇಸರ

The Bombay High Court has expressed deep concern over the continued prevalence of the caste system in India, noting that the social scourge persists despite the country's significant advancements in science and space exploration. During a hearing regarding compensation for families of workers who died while engaged in manual scavenging, the bench comprising Justices Bharati Dangre and Manjusha Deshpande remarked on the stark contrast between India's technological progress and the reality of social inequality.

According to Public TV, the court highlighted that while the nation has achieved milestones such as reaching the moon, the dehumanizing practice of manual scavenging remains a critical issue that requires urgent attention. The judges emphasized that such practices are a violation of human dignity and reflect deep-seated societal issues that legal frameworks have yet to fully eradicate.

The proceedings focused on the implementation of compensation schemes for the families of victims who lost their lives during the cleaning of sewers and septic tanks. The court's observations serve as a reminder of the ongoing legal and social challenges in enforcing the prohibition of manual scavenging, a practice that remains illegal under Indian law but continues to occur in various parts of the country.

This judicial intervention is part of a broader effort by the Indian judiciary to hold authorities accountable for the safety and rehabilitation of sanitation workers. The court is expected to continue monitoring the state's compliance with safety protocols and the disbursement of mandated financial aid to the affected families.