Passing Reinstatement Order Pursuant To Quashing Of Earlier Suspension Not Necessary For Suspending An Employee Again: Allahabad High Court

The Calcutta High Court held that installing CCTV cameras in a private residence requires the consent of the person in possession of the house. The ruling came in a case where a tenant objected to the landlord installing CCTV cameras without prior approval. The court emphasized the need to protect privacy rights under Article 21 of the Constitution. It directed the landlord to remove the cameras unless the tenant consented to their installation. The judgment underscores the importance of respecting individual privacy in domestic spaces, even amid property-related disputes. It also highlights the judiciary’s role in interpreting constitutional rights to ensure their application in everyday situations. This ruling sets a precedent for addressing privacy concerns in housing arrangements and reinforces the balance between property ownership and tenants' rights.