Decoupling footpaths from accidents
Justice Narasimha’s judgment divorces the footpath from the theme of motor accidents. The sole objective of a footpath is not to avoid accidents. The pathways have an identity and a greater purpose of their own
In a recent judgment, a bench of Justices P.S. Narasimha and Atul S. Chandurkar has redefined the significance of footpaths. No longer seen merely as a safe haven for pedestrians to avoid vehicle collisions, footpaths possess their own unique identity and purpose. Justice Narasimha's decision emphasizes that the primary goal of a footpath is not solely to prevent accidents, but rather to stand independently with its own distinguished role.
The ruling breaks the conventional link between footpaths and motor accidents, asserting their value beyond just safety grounds. This new perspective not only highlights the distinct purpose of footpaths but also underscores their intrinsic worth in the urban landscape.
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