Right to walk on demarcated footpath is fundamental right: Supreme Court
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Summary
A citizen's fundamental right to walk on a demarcated footpath is primary and shall have priority over movement by motorised vehicles, the Supreme Court said.
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Friday, 19 June 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
Jal Jeevan Mission: Rs 60,000 crore/year
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right