Rajasthan’s Didwana town saw high drama after a local court moved to seize the District Collector’s car and the municipality office. Senior Civil Judge Dharmendra Jakhar took this strong step when officials failed to pay court-ordered compensation to the family of Shanti Devi. She died on 18 November 2022 while working at the Moksh Dham Complex under the CM Urban Employment Guarantee Scheme.
The family waited almost two years for justice. They visited offices. They filed reminders. But the municipality did not release the ₹11.36 lakh compensation ordered earlier by the Additional District and Sessions Judge of Kuchaman.
Frustrated with the delay, petitioner Poonam Mal approached the court again. The judge responded firmly. He issued a seizure order for the Collector’s vehicle and the municipality office belongings. Court officials immediately reached the municipal building. Panic spread among the staff as news of the order circulated.
The Executive Officer rushed to the court and asked for 24 hours. He promised payment. The court accepted the request but kept the pressure on. The hearing will continue on 11 December, and officials now face strict judicial monitoring.
This case highlights growing public frustration with administrative delays.
