Avinash Mehrotra vs Union Of India & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the critical issue of school safety in the context of a tragic fire incident at Lord Krishna Middle School, emphasizing the violation of Articles 21 and 21-A concerning the right to life and education. The Court highlighted the need for stringent enforcement of safety regulations, noting that the school had not been inspected for three years and was in severe violation of building laws. The Court directed that comprehensive safety standards be established and enforced to protect students, thereby holding that the current laxity in safety measures is unacceptable.