In Brief
The Supreme Court heard a petition concerning safety and sanitation at Delhi's Kalkaji temple after a committee reported serious infrastructure deficiencies and stampede risks. The Court adopted the committee's comprehensive remedial plan, directing multiple agencies (SDMC, DDA, Delhi Jal Board) to undertake specific improvements: demarcating temple boundaries, operationalizing toilets, securing green belts, managing drainage, and cleaning surrounding areas. Most importantly, the Court mandated reduction of entry points from five to three with barricading and police assistance to regulate devotee flow and prevent dangerous crowding. The Court emphasized that temple sanctity and orderly worship require institutional discipline, not claims of superiority by any group. All measures were assigned strict timelines for completion.
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