What steps taken for migrant workers: HC to Rajasthan

JAIPUR: A division bench of Rajasthan High Court has sought a reply from the state government on what measures have been taken for migrant workers walking on the roads amid the lockdown.
The bench comprising Justice G R Moolchandani and Justice NS Dhadha sought a reply while hearing a petition by advocate James Bedi, which was converted as public interest litigation (PIL).
In the letter, Bedi informed the court that much discomfort was caused to migrant labourers while they walked thousands of miles amid the lockdown. He also brought it to the notice of the court that thousands were still trapped on the road without food, water and transportation facilities and alleged no facility of stay for these labourers.
The bench heard the advocate through audio calling. Advocate Bedi appealed to the court to protect the human rights of the workers.
The bench stated that they too have seen this in many news and videos, though the government has tried to provide food, transport and shelter. But such conditions were created due to fear among the workers. In this regard, the court has sought a detailed report on April 7.