SC Slams 'Freebies Culture', Urges States to Prioritize Employment Over Doles

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News18•19-02-2026, 13:00
SC Slams 'Freebies Culture', Urges States to Prioritize Employment Over Doles
- •Supreme Court criticizes the 'freebies culture', stating it hinders economic development.
- •Bench questions Tamil Nadu Power Distribution Corporation's proposal for free electricity to all, regardless of financial status.
- •CJ Surya Kant highlights that most states are revenue deficit yet offer freebies, overlooking development.
- •Court emphasizes states should create employment opportunities instead of distributing free food, cycles, and electricity.
- •Bench questions the appeasing policy of not distinguishing between those who can afford and those who cannot.
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