Rajeeb Kalita vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court, in a Public Interest Litigation filed under Article 32, directed all States and Union Territories to ensure the availability of basic toilet facilities, including accessible amenities for persons with disabilities and transgender persons, in all Courts and Tribunals across India. The court emphasized the constitutional obligations under Articles 21 and 17, and mandated the construction and maintenance of identifiable public toilets to uphold dignity and accessibility. The judgment underscores the importance of sanitation and accessibility as fundamental rights within the judicial infrastructure.