Senior Citizen Protection Law Not Applicable to Property Dispute with Neighbours: Allahabad HC

Ishak Vs State of U.P. and 4 others (Allahabad High Court) The petition before the Allahabad High Court was filed by a senior citizen seeking directions against the authorities to ensure protection of his life and property. The petitioner argued that private respondents were obstructing him from constructing a gate on his property and were allegedly issuing threats. Relying on Rule 21 of the Uttar Pradesh Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Rules, 2014, the petitioner contended that it was the duty of the authorities to provide protection. He further referred to Sections 20 ...