Delhi High Court directs PWD to improve washrooms in capital's district courts

The Delhi High Court has directed the Public Works Department (PWD) to improve the washroom facilities in all district courts in the city, particularly emphasizing the need for clean and functional facilities for women lawyers. The court’s order came in response to a petition highlighting the deplorable conditions of the washrooms, including non-functional toilets, insufficient water supply, and broken doors. The court stressed that access to clean and secure washrooms is a basic necessity and essential for the dignity and safety of women lawyers. The PWD has been instructed to conduct inspections and submit a compliance report detailing the repairs and improvements made.