Delhi Jal Board vs National Campaign Etc.& Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Delhi High Court's order requiring the Delhi Jal Board to deposit Rs. 79,000 with the Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee, in addition to Rs. 1.71 lakhs already paid to the family of a deceased worker. The Court emphasized the need for adequate compensation mechanisms for unorganized workers, particularly those in hazardous jobs, underlining the State's responsibility to ensure safety and welfare. The judgment highlighted the systemic neglect faced by sewage workers and the necessity for legislative and administrative reforms to protect their rights under Article 21 of the Constitution.