Supreme Court cautions Telangana, Punjab, J&K for failing to respond to PIL on RTE Act

The Supreme Court has cautioned the states of Telangana, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir for failing to respond to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed under the Right to Education (RTE) Act. The petition sought the implementation of provisions under the RTE Act, particularly in the context of ensuring free and compulsory education for children in these states. The Supreme Court’s admonishment highlights the importance of timely compliance with legal obligations under the RTE Act and calls for immediate action from the respective state governments to address the issue.