Surendra Manjhi & Anr v. Union of India & Ors
2026 INSC 11852 November 202615 min read
Supreme Court Issues Comprehensive Directions for Rehabilitation of Bonded Labourers, Holds Delay Defeats Constitutional Mandate
The Supreme Court held that the State's obligation does not end with rescuing bonded labourers but extends to ensuring timely financial assistance and meaningful rehabilitation to secure their dignity and freedom.
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- Case Name
- Surendra Manjhi & Anr. v. Union of India & Ors
- Citation
- 2026 INSC 1185
- Bench
- Justice Vikram Nath & Justice Aparesh
- Date of Judgment
- November 02, 2026
- Area of Law
- Constitutional Law – Article 21, 23, 32 – Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976 – Rehabilitation of Bonded Labourers
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