SC Quashes Gauhati HC Verdict On Citizenship

The Supreme Court today set aside Gauhati Court rulings declaring 27 foreigners, stressing citizenship decisions must follow a fair, lawful process. Justices Vikram Nath and Sandeep Mehta said suspicion cannot shift the burden of proof without evidence. The Court barred coercive action until fresh tribunal hearings, underscoring due process and personal liberty.