Gujarat HC warns of contempt proceedings against ‘unruly elements’ obstructing traffic rule enforcement

In an oral order, the court said, “…a grave concern has been raised by the learned Government Pleader (Virk), as well as the learned advocate (Panchal), that the authorities, who are endeavouring to implement the directions of this Court in accordance with law, are being obstructed from discharging their duties effectively. It has further been alleged that a mala fide campaign has been initiated against them by certain unruly elements, including sections of the electronic media.”

The court noted that Panchal would submit an affidavit highlighting the issue and appreciated the “sincere work and duties undertaken by the respective state authorities”. Stating that the court would take seriously any attempts to obstruct the officials, the order said, “We further clarify that any attempt made by unruly elements to prevent the implementation of the directions of this Court will be viewed seriously, and in case such obstruction occurs, this Court will take suo motu contempt proceedings against such elements.” The matter is now listed for August 20.