Allahabad High Court Directs DGP, UP Govt To Comply With Supreme Court Directions On Mob Lynching: Tehseen Poonawalla Case

The Allahabad High Court directed the Uttar Pradesh DGP and the State Government to ensure strict compliance with Supreme Court guidelines issued in Tehseen Poonawalla v. Union of India concerning mob lynching prevention. The Court emphasized the establishment of nodal officers, fast-track investigation mechanisms, and accountability frameworks for erring officers. It expressed dismay at recurring mob violence incidents despite existing directives, urging the State to prioritize human rights and public order. This judgment reinforces judicial intolerance for vigilante justice and highlights the administrative responsibility of State authorities in upholding the rule of law and protecting citizens’ fundamental rights.